Micah 7:5

Micah 7:5 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

5Do not trust a neighbor;

put no confidence in a friend.

Even with the woman who lies in your embrace

guard the words of your lips.

5Do not trust in a neighbor;

Do not have confidence in a close friend.

Guard 7:5 Lit the openings of your mouthyour lips

From her who lies 7:5 Lit on your chestin your arms.

5Do not trust in a neighbor;

Do not have confidence in a friend.

From her who lies in your bosom

Guard your lips.

5Do not trust in a neighbor [because of the moral corruption in the land];

Do not have confidence in a friend.

Guard the doors of your mouth

From her who lies in your bosom. [Luke 12:51-53]

5Do not rely on a friend;

do not trust in a companion.

Seal the doors of your mouth

from her who lies in your arms.7:5 Hebrew in your bosom

5Don’t trust your neighbors.

Don’t put your faith in your friends.

Be careful what you say

even to your own wife.