Proverbs 8:7
Proverbs 8:7 in Multiple Translations
For my mouth will speak the truth, and wickedness is detestable to my lips.
For my mouth shall speak truth; and wickedness is an abomination to my lips.
For my mouth shall utter truth; And wickedness is an abomination to my lips.
For good faith goes out of my mouth, and false lips are disgusting to me.
I say what's right, because I tell the truth and I hate wickedness in all its forms.
For my mouth shall speake the trueth, and my lippes abhorre wickednesse.
For truth doth my mouth utter, And an abomination to my lips [is] wickedness.
For my mouth speaks truth. Wickedness is an abomination to my lips.
For my mouth shall speak truth; and wickedness is an abomination to my lips.
My mouth shall meditate truth, and my lips shall hate wickedness.
I speak what is true; I detest speaking [MTY] what is false/deceptive.
Berean Amplified Bible — Proverbs 8:7
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Proverbs 8:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּֽי
אֱ֭מֶת
יֶהְגֶּ֣ה
חִכִּ֑/י
וְ/תוֹעֲבַ֖ת
שְׂפָתַ֣/י
רֶֽשַׁע
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
אֱ֭מֶת
ʼemeth
H571
truth
N-fs
יֶהְגֶּ֣ה
hâgâh
H1897
to mutter
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
חִכִּ֑/י
chêk
H2441
palate
N-ms | Suff
וְ/תוֹעֲבַ֖ת
tôwʻêbah
H8441
abomination
Conj | N-fs
שְׂפָתַ֣/י
sâphâh
H8193
lips
N-fd | Suff
רֶֽשַׁע
reshaʻ
H7562
wickedness
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 8:7
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
אֱ֭מֶת
ʼemeth
H571
"truth"
N-fs
This Hebrew word means truth, faithfulness, or stability, and is often used to describe God's character and promises. In Psalm 100:5, it says God's truth endures forever, and in Proverbs 12:17, it emphasizes the importance of truthful speech.
Definition: : faithful 1) firmness, faithfulness, truth 1a) sureness, reliability 1b) stability, continuance 1c) faithfulness, reliableness 1d) truth 1d1) as spoken 1d2) of testimony and judgment 1d3) of divine instruction 1d4) truth as a body of ethical or religious knowledge 1d5) true doctrine adv 2) in truth, truly
Usage: Occurs in 125 OT verses. KJV: assured(-ly), establishment, faithful, right, sure, true (-ly, -th), verity. See also: Genesis 24:27; Psalms 111:7; Psalms 15:2.
יֶהְגֶּ֣ה
hâgâh
H1897
"to mutter"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
To mutter or ponder, as seen in Psalm 1:2 where it means to meditate on God's law, and also in Psalm 37:35 where it describes plotting evil.
Definition: 1) to moan, growl, utter, muse, mutter, meditate, devise, plot, speak 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to roar, growl, groan 1a2) to utter, speak 1a3) to meditate, devise, muse, imagine 1b) (Poal) to utter 1c) (Hiphil) to mutter
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: imagine, meditate, mourn, mutter, roar, [idiom] sore, speak, study, talk, utter. See also: Joshua 1:8; Proverbs 8:7; Psalms 1:2.
חִכִּ֑/י
chêk
H2441
"palate"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this word refers to the roof of the mouth or palate, like when Isaiah describes the mouth as a source of praise or shame. It's also related to taste and speech, as seen in the book of Job.
Definition: mouth, palate, taste, gums
Usage: Occurs in 18 OT verses. KJV: (roof of the) mouth, taste. See also: Job 6:30; Proverbs 5:3; Psalms 119:103.
וְ/תוֹעֲבַ֖ת
tôwʻêbah
H8441
"abomination"
Conj | N-fs
The Hebrew word for abomination refers to something disgusting, like idolatry or unclean food, and is often used to describe wickedness in the Bible.
Definition: 1) a disgusting thing, abomination, abominable 1a) in ritual sense (of unclean food, idols, mixed marriages) 1b) in ethical sense (of wickedness etc)
Usage: Occurs in 112 OT verses. KJV: abominable (custom, thing), abomination. See also: Genesis 43:32; Proverbs 26:25; Psalms 88:9.
שְׂפָתַ֣/י
sâphâh
H8193
"lips"
N-fd | Suff
This word refers to lips or language, and can also mean the edge or border of something. It is used in the Bible to describe the shore of a sea or the edge of a cup.
Definition: : lips/mouth 1) lip, language, speech, shore, bank, brink, brim, side, edge, border, binding 1a) lip (as body part) 1b) language 1c) edge, shore, bank (of cup, sea, river, etc)
Usage: Occurs in 164 OT verses. KJV: band, bank, binding, border, brim, brink, edge, language, lip, prating, (sea-)shore, side, speech, talk, (vain) words. See also: Genesis 11:1; Psalms 120:2; Psalms 12:3.
רֶֽשַׁע
reshaʻ
H7562
"wickedness"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for wickedness, describing wrong or immoral actions, as seen in the wickedness of enemies or those hostile to God. It appears in various forms, such as iniquity or wickedness. This concept is discussed in biblical books like Psalms and Proverbs.
Definition: 1) wrong, wickedness, guilt 1a) wickedness (as violence and crime against civil law) 1b) wickedness (of enemies) 1c) wickedness (in ethical relations)
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: iniquity, wicked(-ness). See also: Deuteronomy 9:27; Proverbs 12:3; Psalms 5:5.
Study Notes — Proverbs 8:7
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- Context
- Cross References
- Proverbs 8:7 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 8:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 8:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 8:7
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 8:7
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Proverbs 8:7
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 8:7
- Sermons on Proverbs 8:7
Context — The Excellence of Wisdom
5O simple ones, learn to be shrewd; O fools, gain understanding.
6Listen, for I speak of noble things, and the opening of my lips will reveal right.
7For my mouth will speak the truth, and wickedness is detestable to my lips.
8All the words of my mouth are righteous; none are crooked or perverse. 9They are all plain to the discerning, and upright to those who find knowledge.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 37:30 | The mouth of the righteous man utters wisdom, and his tongue speaks justice. |
| 2 | John 8:14 | Jesus replied, “Even if I testify about Myself, My testimony is valid, because I know where I came from and where I am going. But you do not know where I came from or where I am going. |
| 3 | John 17:17 | Sanctify them by the truth; Your word is truth. |
| 4 | Proverbs 12:22 | Lying lips are detestable to the LORD, but those who deal faithfully are His delight. |
| 5 | John 18:37 | “Then You are a king!” Pilate said. “You say that I am a king,” Jesus answered. “For this reason I was born and have come into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone who belongs to the truth listens to My voice.” |
| 6 | Proverbs 29:27 | An unjust man is detestable to the righteous, and one whose way is upright is detestable to the wicked. |
| 7 | Job 36:4 | For truly my words are free of falsehood; one perfect in knowledge is with you. |
| 8 | John 1:17 | For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. |
| 9 | Revelation 3:14 | To the angel of the church in Laodicea write: These are the words of the Amen, the faithful and true Witness, the Originator of God’s creation. |
| 10 | John 8:45–46 | But because I speak the truth, you do not believe Me! Which of you can prove Me guilty of sin? If I speak the truth, why do you not believe Me? |
Proverbs 8:7 Summary
Proverbs 8:7 tells us that Wisdom speaks the truth and hates wickedness. This means that when we speak, we should strive to be honest and truthful, just like Wisdom. As it says in Psalm 119:160, the words of the Lord are true, and we should aim to speak truthfully, just like God does. By speaking the truth, we can build trust and strong relationships with others, and we can also bring glory to God, who is the ultimate source of truth and wisdom.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that wickedness is detestable to the lips of Wisdom in Proverbs 8:7?
This means that Wisdom, who is personified as a speaker, utterly rejects and hates evil, as seen in Proverbs 8:7, and this is in line with God's character, as expressed in Psalm 97:10, where He hates evil and loves those who hate it.
How can we apply the principle of speaking truth from Proverbs 8:7 in our daily lives?
We can apply this principle by being honest and truthful in all our interactions, just like Wisdom in Proverbs 8:7, and as encouraged in Ephesians 4:25, where we are told to speak the truth in love.
What is the relationship between speaking the truth and being righteous, as mentioned in Proverbs 8:7-8?
Speaking the truth is a key aspect of being righteous, as seen in Proverbs 8:7-8, and this is also emphasized in Psalm 15:2, where the righteous person speaks the truth from their heart.
How does Proverbs 8:7 relate to the character of God, who is the ultimate source of Wisdom?
Proverbs 8:7 reflects the character of God, who is a God of truth, as seen in Deuteronomy 32:4, and who hates wickedness, as expressed in Psalm 45:7, and this highlights the importance of speaking truth and rejecting evil in our lives.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I may be compromising on the truth, and how can I speak the truth in love, as encouraged in Ephesians 4:25?
- How can I cultivate a deeper hatred for wickedness, as Wisdom does in Proverbs 8:7, and a greater love for righteousness, as encouraged in Psalm 97:10?
- In what ways can I apply the principle of speaking the truth from Proverbs 8:7 in my relationships, and how can I be a positive influence on those around me?
- What are some specific ways I can practice speaking the truth in my daily interactions, whether at home, at work, or in my community, and how can I do so in a way that is respectful and loving?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 8:7
For my mouth shall speak truth,.... And nothing but the truth; and nothing more or less can be spoken by Wisdom, or Christ, who is truth itself; nothing else can come out of his mouth, or drop from
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 8:7
For my mouth shall speak truth; and wickedness is an abomination to my lips. For my mouth (Hebrew, palate) shall speak truth; and wickedness (is) an abomination to my lips.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 8:7
Shall speak, Heb. shall meditate, i.e. shall speak not rashly and hastily, but what I have well considered and digested. Is an abomination to my lips: I hate to speak it; therefore you may be assured that I shall not deceive you.
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 8:7
Proverbs 8:7 For my mouth shall speak truth; and wickedness [is] an abomination to my lips.Ver. 7. For my month shall speak truth.] Heb., Shall meditate truth; i.e., I will neither speak falsely nor rashly, but upon due deliberation and undoubted certainty. See my "True Treasure," p. 122.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Proverbs 8:7
Verse 7. My mouth shall speak truth] TRUTH, without falsity, or any mixture of error, shall be the whole matter of my discourse.
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 8:7
7. My mouth shall speak — More literally, my palate meditates truth; only that which is true çêְ, (hhekh,) mouth or palate means the inner part of the mouth, the seat of taste, often used for the
Sermons on Proverbs 8:7
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The Power of the Tongue by Peter Maiden | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the power of the tongue and its potential for both life and death. He urges listeners to speak truthfully and to restrain themselves in conve |
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The Glorious Death of the Righteous by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker begins by acknowledging our incapability to understand the word of God and find the path on our own. He surrenders his life as a vessel to speak on beha |
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The Alphabetical Scriptures; or the Divine Acrostics by H.J. Vine | H.J. Vine preaches about the divine design and inspiration of Scripture, highlighting the intricate structure of the Alphabetical Scriptures, such as the Divine Acrostics, which po |
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Destined to Soar - Part Three by K.P. Yohannan | K.P. Yohannan shares the story of a young eaglet who, raised among chickens, fails to recognize his true identity until an older eagle reveals to him that he is meant to soar. This |
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Destined to Soar by K.P. Yohannan | K.P. Yohannan shares the story of a young eaglet who, after falling into a chicken coop, grows up believing he is a chicken until an older eagle reveals his true identity. This enc |
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Deeper Waters - Part 1 by Leonard Ravenhill | Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the profound depth of the Gospel of John, particularly focusing on the themes of sanctification and the nature of Jesus as both divine and human. He ar |
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(Education for Exultation) Building Our Lives on the Bible by John Piper | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of the Bible in our lives and its role in bringing about exaltation in God. He emphasizes that all Scripture is inspired by Go |