A righteous man hateth lying: but a wicked man is loathsome, and cometh to shame.
A righteous person hates lying, but a wicked person is disgusting and brings shame on themselves.
This verse teaches that good people despise dishonesty, while evil people become repulsive and end up disgraced.
📚 Historical Context
The book of Proverbs is part of the Old Testament's Wisdom Literature, attributed to King Solomon and written around 900 BC in ancient Israel, where it served as moral guidance for daily life and decision-making. In this cultural context, lying was viewed as a serious moral failing that dishonored God and led to personal and social disgrace, as ancient Israelite society valued truthfulness as essential for community harmony. This verse is one of many proverbs that contrast the outcomes of righteous and wicked behavior to teach ethical living.
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