17  ^aWhoever speaks¹ the truth gives honest evidence,

but ^ba false witness utters deceit.

19  Truthful lips endure forever,

but ^ea lying tongue is but for a moment.

20  Deceit is in the heart of ^fthose who devise evil,

but those who plan peace have joy.

22  ^hLying lips are ⁱan abomination to the Lord,

^jbut those who act faithfully are his delight.