Proverbs 21:6

Getting treasures by a lying tongue Is the fleeting fantasy of those who seek death.

Surrounding context

21:5 The plans of the diligent lead surely to plenty, But those of everyone who is hasty, surely to poverty.

21:6 Getting treasures by a lying tongue Is the fleeting fantasy of those who seek death.

21:7 The violence of the wicked will destroy them, Because they refuse to do justice.

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