He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.
La persona que dice la verdad muestra lo que es correcto y bueno, pero quien miente como testigo muestra engaño.
Decir la verdad revela justicia, mientras que mentir como testigo revela engaño.
📚 Contexto Histórico
Proverbs 12:17 is part of the Book of Proverbs, a collection of wise sayings attributed to King Solomon in ancient Israel, likely written during the 10th century BC when Israel was a established monarchy. In that cultural context, truthfulness was essential in legal and social settings, as false witnesses could lead to wrongful judgments and social chaos. This verse emphasizes the moral value of honesty as a key aspect of wisdom literature, which aimed to guide people in righteous living.
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