KJV ORIGINAL
So is the man that deceiveth his neighbour, and saith, Am not I in sport?
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
That's what someone is like who lies to their neighbor and then says, 'I was just joking!'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse warns against people who hurt others with deception and then try to dismiss it as harmless fun.
📚 Historical Context
This proverb comes from the collection of Solomon's wisdom sayings, written during Israel's golden age when community relationships and trust were essential for survival. In ancient Hebrew culture, one's reputation and word were extremely valuable, and deceiving a neighbor could destroy the social fabric that held communities together.
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