
Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Lie?
8 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Lie in the Bible
Explore what the Bible says about lie. This collection of 9 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.
Top 8 Verses About Lie
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- 2Proverbs 6:16
“These six things doth the LORD hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him: unto: Heb. of his soul”
KJV - 3Proverbs 12:19
“The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment.”
KJV - 4Proverbs 12:22
“Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight.”
KJV - 5Proverbs 19:5
“A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that speaketh lies shall not escape. unpunished: Heb. held innocent”
KJV - 6John 8:44
“Ye are of your father the devil, and the lusts of your father ye will do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and abode not in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaketh a lie, he speaketh of his own: for he is a liar, and the father of it. of his own: or, from his own will or disposition”
KJV - 7Romans 1:29
“Being filled with all unrighteousness, fornication, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness; full of envy, murder, debate, deceit, malignity; whisperers,”
KJV - 8Revelation 21:8
“But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.”
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Subtopics of Lie
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Lie? (5 Verses)
“Ye shall not steal, neither deal falsely, neither lie one to another.”
“These six things doth the LORD hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him: unto: Heb. of his soul”
“The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment.”
“Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight.”
“A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that speaketh lies shall not escape. unpunished: Heb. held innocent”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Lie? (3 Verses)
“Ye are of your father the devil, and the lusts of your father ye will do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and abode not in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaketh a lie, he speaketh of his own: for he is a liar, and the father of it. of his own: or, from his own will or disposition”
“Being filled with all unrighteousness, fornication, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness; full of envy, murder, debate, deceit, malignity; whisperers,”
“But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Lie
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Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about lie. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.
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Memorise at least one key verse about lie and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.
Practical Application
Studying what the Bible says about lie is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:
Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on lie needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about lie with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.
Pray through the key verses about lie, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
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