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Proverbs 10:18 Cross-References
Explore 14 cross-references for Proverbs 10:18 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 10 verse 18 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“He that hideth hatred with lying lips, and he that uttereth a slander, is a fool.”
Proverbs 10:18 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 10:18
This proverb exposes two forms of foolish speech: hypocritical concealment and slanderous exposure. "He that hideth hatred with lying lips" describes the flatterer who masks animosity behind false pleasantries. Mekasseh sin'ah (מְכַסֶּה שִׂנְאָה, covering hatred) with siftey shaqer (שִׂפְתֵי־שֶׁקֶר, lying lips) creates deceptive relationships. This person smiles while plotting harm, violating both truthfulness and love."He that uttereth a slander" represents the opposite extreme—malicious exposure. Motsi dibbah (מוֹצִא דִבָּה, bringing forth slander) spreads harmful reports, whether true or fa...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 10:18
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“but he harbors evil in his heart.”
“but his heart was war. His words were softer than oil”
“Joab took him aside into the midst of the gate to speak with him quietly”
“nor does evil to his friend”
“that Absalom had sheepshearers in Baal Hazor”
“And Saul was yet the more afraid of David; and Saul became David's enemy continually.”
“and sent out spies”
“Thou sittest and speakest against thy brother; thou slanderest thine own mother's son.”
“Is it well with you”
“Go down to your house”