Proverbs 21:6

Proverbs 21:6 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

6A fortune made by a lying tongue

is a fleeting vapor and a deadly snare.21:6 Some Hebrew manuscripts, Septuagint and Vulgate; most Hebrew manuscripts vapor for those who seek death

6The acquisition of treasures by a lying tongue

Is a fleeting vapor, the 21:6 Lit seekerspursuit of death.

6The acquisition of treasures by a lying tongue

Is a fleeting vapor, the pursuit of death.

6Acquiring treasures by a lying tongue

Is a fleeting vapor, the seeking and pursuit of death.

6Making a fortune by a lying tongue

is a vanishing mist, a deadly pursuit.

6A fortune made by people who tell lies

amounts to nothing and leads to death.