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Bible Verses About Deceit

8 verses · 57 aspects

Key Bible Verses

  1. He who hates may hide it with his speech; but inside, he harbors deceit.

  2. He may speak pleasantly, but don't trust him; for seven abominations are in his heart.

  3. His hatred may be concealed by deceit, but his wickedness will be revealed in the assembly.

  4. Whoever digs a pit will fall into it, and a stone will come back on the one who starts it rolling.

  5. A lying tongue hates its victims, and a flattering mouth causes ruin.

  6. "Therefore," says ADONAI-Tzva'ot, "I will refine them and test them. What else can I do with the daughter of my people?

  7. Their tongues are sharpened arrows; with their mouths they speak deceit - they say nice words to their neighbors, while inwardly plotting against them.

  8. Should I not punish them for these things?" asks ADONAI. "Should I not take vengeance on such a nation?"