Proverbs 26:19

World English Bible (2000)

is the man who deceives his neighbor and says, "Am I not joking?"

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Referenced Verses

  • Eph 5:4 : 4 nor filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting, which are not appropriate; but rather giving of thanks.
  • Prov 10:23 : 23 It is a fool's pleasure to do wickedness, but wisdom is a man of understanding's pleasure.
  • Prov 14:9 : 9 Fools mock at making atonement for sins, but among the upright there is good will.
  • Prov 15:21 : 21 Folly is joy to one who is void of wisdom, but a man of understanding keeps his way straight.
  • 2 Pet 2:13 : 13 receiving the wages of unrighteousness; people who count it pleasure to revel in the daytime, spots and blemishes, reveling in their deceit while they feast with you;

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