28 A false witness will perish, but a careful listener will testify successfully.

Other Translations of Proverbs 21:28

King James Version

28 A false witness shall perish: but the man that heareth speaketh constantly.

English Standard Version

28 A false witness will perish, but the word of a man who hears will endure.

The Message

28 A lying witness is unconvincing; a person who speaks truth is respected.

New King James Version

28 A false witness shall perish, But the man who hears him will speak endlessly.

New Living Translation

28 A false witness will be cut off, but a credible witness will be allowed to speak.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 21:28

Commentary on Proverbs 21:28

(Read Proverbs 21:28)

The doom of a false witness is certain.