6 A fortune made by a lying tongue is a fleeting vapor and a deadly snare.[1]

Other Translations of Proverbs 21:6

King James Version

6 The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a vanity tossed to and fro of them that seek death.

English Standard Version

6 The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a fleeting vapor and a snare of death.Some Hebrew manuscripts, Septuagint, Latin; most Hebrew manuscripts vapor for those who seek death

The Message

6 Make it to the top by lying and cheating; get paid with smoke and a promotion - to death!

New King James Version

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

New Living Translation

6 Wealth created by a lying tongue is a vanishing mist and a deadly trap.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 21:6

Commentary on Proverbs 21:6

(Read Proverbs 21:6)

While men seek wealth by unlawful practices, they seek death.