KJV ORIGINAL
The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a vanity tossed to and fro of them that seek death.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Getting wealth through lies and deception is like chasing after something empty and worthless—it's like being tossed around by those who are heading toward destruction.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is warning that wealth gained through dishonesty is ultimately meaningless and leads to ruin.
📚 Historical Context
This proverb was written during a time when merchants and traders could easily deceive others in business dealings, as there were fewer regulations and oversight systems. King Solomon, who wrote many proverbs, observed how people would lie, cheat, and deceive to gain wealth, but noticed that such gains never brought lasting satisfaction or security.
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