KJV ORIGINAL
A false witness that speaketh lies, and he that soweth discord among brethren.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
A lying witness who tells falsehoods, and someone who stirs up conflict between close friends or family members.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes two types of people God finds detestable: those who lie under oath and those who deliberately cause division among people who should be united.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of a list of seven things that the Lord hates, found in Proverbs 6:16-19. In ancient Israel, witnesses played a crucial role in legal proceedings, and false testimony could lead to innocent people being punished or even executed. The concept of 'brethren' referred not only to blood relatives but also to fellow members of the covenant community.
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