Berean Standard Bible
“For not a word they speak can be trusted; destruction lies within them. Their throats are open graves; their tongues practice deceit.”
In this morning prayer, David asks God to lead him in righteousness because of his enemies. He describes their character in sharp detail, contrasting them with the righteous who take refuge in God.
Open Study notes above for the full note.
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
For not a word they speak can be trusted; destruction lies within them. Their throats are open graves; their tongues practice deceit.
World English Bible (WEB)
For there is no faithfulness in their mouth. Their heart is destruction. Their throat is an open tomb. They flatter with their tongue.
King James Version (KJV)
For there is no faithfulness in their mouth; their inward part is very wickedness; their throat is an open sepulchre; they flatter with their tongue.
American Standard Version (ASV)
For there is no faithfulness in their mouth; Their inward part is very wickedness; Their throat is an open sepulchre; They flatter with their tongue.
Bible in Basic English (BBE)
For no faith may be put in their words; their inner part is nothing but evil; their throat is like an open place for the dead; smooth are the words of their tongues.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)
Porque no hay en su boca rectitud: sus entrañas son pravedades; sepulcro abierto su garganta: con su lengua lisonjearán.
Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)
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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)
Porque en la boca de ellos no hay ni una palabra de verdad. Su deseo más profundo es destruir a otros. Su garganta es un sepulcro abierto; con su lengua hablan engaños.
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