Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Though their speech is charming, do not believe them, for seven abominations fill their hearts. New Living Translation They pretend to be kind, but don’t believe them. Their hearts are full of many evils. English Standard Version when he speaks graciously, believe him not, for there are seven abominations in his heart; Berean Standard Bible When he speaks graciously, do not believe him, for seven abominations fill his heart. King James Bible When he speaketh fair, believe him not: for there are seven abominations in his heart. New King James Version When he speaks kindly, do not believe him, For there are seven abominations in his heart; New American Standard Bible When he speaks graciously, do not believe him, Because there are seven abominations in his heart. NASB 1995 When he speaks graciously, do not believe him, For there are seven abominations in his heart. NASB 1977 When he speaks graciously, do not believe him, For there are seven abominations in his heart. Legacy Standard Bible When he makes his voice gracious, do not believe him, For there are seven abominations in his heart. Amplified Bible When he speaks graciously and kindly [to conceal his malice], do not trust him, For seven abominations are in his heart. Christian Standard Bible When he speaks graciously, don’t believe him, for there are seven detestable things in his heart. Holman Christian Standard Bible When he speaks graciously, don’t believe him, for there are seven abominations in his heart. American Standard Version When he speaketh fair, believe him not; For there are seven abominations in his heart: Contemporary English Version than can be counted--so don't believe a word! English Revised Version When he speaketh fair, believe him not; for there are seven abominations in his heart: GOD'S WORD® Translation When he talks charmingly, do not trust him because of the seven disgusting things in his heart. Good News Translation They may sound fine, but don't believe him, because his heart is filled to the brim with hate. International Standard Version Though he speaks graciously, don't believe him, for there are seven detestable things in his heart. NET Bible When he speaks graciously, do not believe him, for there are seven abominations within him. New Heart English Bible When his speech is charming, do not believe him; for there are seven abominations in his heart. Webster's Bible Translation When he speaketh fair, believe him not: for there are seven abominations in his heart. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleWhen he speaks graciously, do not believe him, for seven abominations fill his heart. World English Bible When his speech is charming, don’t believe him, for there are seven abominations in his heart. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionWhen his voice is gracious do not trust in him, "" For seven abominations [are] in his heart. Young's Literal Translation When his voice is gracious trust not in him, For seven abominations are in his heart. Smith's Literal Translation When his voice will compassionate, thou shalt not believe him, for seven abominations in his heart. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWhen he shall speak low, trust him not: because there are seven mischiefs in his heart. Catholic Public Domain Version When he will have lowered his voice, do not believe him, for there are seven vices in his heart. New American Bible When they speak graciously, do not trust them, for seven abominations are in their hearts. New Revised Standard Version when an enemy speaks graciously, do not believe it, for there are seven abominations concealed within; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThough he speaks in a gentle tone, believe him not; for there are seven abominations in his heart. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And if he makes his voice gentle, do not believe him, because seven evils are within him. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917When he speaketh fair, Believe him not; For there are seven abominations in his heart. Brenton Septuagint Translation Though thine enemy intreat thee with a loud voice, consent not: for there are seven abominations in his heart. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Similitudes and Instructions…24A hateful man disguises himself with his speech, but he lays up deceit in his heart. 25When he speaks graciously, do not believe him, for seven abominations fill his heart. 26Though his hatred is concealed by deception, his wickedness will be exposed in the assembly.… Cross References Jeremiah 9:8 Their tongues are deadly arrows; they speak deception. With his mouth a man speaks peace to his neighbor, but in his heart he sets a trap for him. Psalm 55:21 His speech is smooth as butter, but war is in his heart. His words are softer than oil, yet they are swords unsheathed. Matthew 23:27-28 Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You are like whitewashed tombs, which look beautiful on the outside but on the inside are full of dead men’s bones and every kind of impurity. / In the same way, on the outside you appear to be righteous, but on the inside you are full of hypocrisy and wickedness. Romans 16:18 For such people are not serving our Lord Christ, but their own appetites. By smooth talk and flattery they deceive the hearts of the naive. Psalm 28:3 Do not drag me away with the wicked, and with the workers of iniquity, who speak peace to their neighbors while malice is in their hearts. Matthew 7:15 Beware of false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves. 2 Corinthians 11:13-15 For such men are false apostles, deceitful workers, masquerading as apostles of Christ. / And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light. / It is not surprising, then, if his servants masquerade as servants of righteousness. Their end will correspond to their actions. Psalm 12:2 They lie to one another; they speak with flattering lips and a double heart. 2 Peter 2:1-3 Now there were also false prophets among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you. They will secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the Master who bought them—bringing swift destruction on themselves. / Many will follow in their depravity, and because of them the way of truth will be defamed. / In their greed, these false teachers will exploit you with deceptive words. The longstanding verdict against them remains in force, and their destruction does not sleep. Isaiah 29:13 Therefore the Lord said: “These people draw near to Me with their mouths and honor Me with their lips, but their hearts are far from Me. Their worship of Me is but rules taught by men. 1 John 4:1 Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God. For many false prophets have gone out into the world. Ezekiel 33:31 So My people come to you as usual, sit before you, and hear your words; but they do not put them into practice. Although they express love with their mouths, their hearts pursue dishonest gain. Matthew 15:8 ‘These people honor Me with their lips, but their hearts are far from Me. 2 Timothy 3:5 having a form of godliness but denying its power. Turn away from such as these! Micah 3:5 This is what the LORD says: “As for the prophets who lead My people astray, who proclaim peace while they chew with their teeth, but declare war against one who puts nothing in their mouths: Treasury of Scripture When he speaks fair, believe him not: for there are seven abominations in his heart. Psalm 12:2 They speak vanity every one with his neighbour: with flattering lips and with a double heart do they speak. Psalm 28:3 Draw me not away with the wicked, and with the workers of iniquity, which speak peace to their neighbours, but mischief is in their hearts. Jeremiah 9:2-8 Oh that I had in the wilderness a lodging place of wayfaring men; that I might leave my people, and go from them! for they be all adulterers, an assembly of treacherous men… believe Jeremiah 12:6 For even thy brethren, and the house of thy father, even they have dealt treacherously with thee; yea, they have called a multitude after thee: believe them not, though they speak fair words unto thee. Matthew 24:23 Then if any man shall say unto you, Lo, here is Christ, or there; believe it not. seven Proverbs 6:16-19 These six things doth the LORD hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him: … Jump to Previous Abominations Belief Believe Charming Evils Fair Fill Gracious Graciously Heart Seven Speaketh Speaks Speech Trust Voice WordsJump to Next Abominations Belief Believe Charming Evils Fair Fill Gracious Graciously Heart Seven Speaketh Speaks Speech Trust Voice WordsProverbs 26 1. observations about fools13. about sluggards 17. and about contentious busybodies When he speaks graciously This phrase warns against being deceived by smooth or flattering speech. In biblical times, eloquence was often associated with wisdom and authority, yet the Bible frequently cautions against those who use persuasive words to manipulate or deceive (Romans 16:18). The serpent in Genesis 3:1-5 is an early example of using gracious words to lead astray. The cultural context of ancient Israel valued honesty and integrity, and this proverb serves as a reminder to discern the true intentions behind words. do not believe him for seven abominations fill his heart Persons / Places / Events 1. The Deceptive SpeakerThis refers to an individual who speaks with charm and grace but harbors malicious intent. The verse warns against trusting such a person. 2. The Heart In Hebrew thought, the heart is the center of one's inner life, including emotions, thoughts, and intentions. Here, it is described as being filled with "seven abominations," indicating complete moral corruption. 3. The Audience The implied audience is the listener or observer who must discern the true intentions behind the deceptive speaker's words. Teaching Points Discernment is EssentialBelievers must cultivate spiritual discernment to recognize when someone is being deceitful, even if their words are gracious. Guard Your Heart Just as we are warned about the deceitful heart of others, we must also guard our own hearts against harboring ill intentions. Seek Wisdom from God Pray for wisdom and understanding to see beyond outward appearances and to judge rightly. Be Aware of Flattery Flattery can be a tool of manipulation. Be cautious of those who excessively flatter, as it may conceal ulterior motives. Reflect Christ in Speech As followers of Christ, our speech should be genuine and reflect the truth and love of God, avoiding deceit and manipulation. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 26What defines a virtuous woman in Proverbs 31? What does the Bible say about passive-aggressiveness? Proverbs 25:3 - Is it historically or scientifically valid to compare a king's heart to the unfathomable heights of the heavens? What does 'An honest answer is a kiss' mean?(25) Seven abominations.--See above on Proverbs 26:16, and comp. "seven spirits" (Matthew 12:45) and "seven devils" (Mark 16:9).Verse 25. - When he speaketh fair, believe him not. When he lowers his voice to a winning, agreeable tone, put no trust in him. Septuagint, "If thine enemy entreat thee with a loud voice, be not persuaded." For there are seven abominations in his heart. His heart is filled with a host of evil thoughts (see on ver. 16), as if seven devils had entered in and dwelt there (Matthew 12:45; Mark 16:9). Ecclus. 12:10, etc. "Never trust thine enemy; for like as iron rusteth, so is his wickedness. Though he humble himself, and go crouching, yet take good heed and beware of him." Plato's verdict concerning hypocrisy is often quoted, Ἐσχάτη ἀδικία δοκεῖν δίκαιον εϊναι μὴ ὄντα "It is the very worst form of injustice to appear to be just without being so in reality" ('De Rep.,' 2, p. 361, A). With this Cicero agrees ('De Offic.,' 1:13), "Totius injustitiae nulla capitalior est quam eorum, qui tum cum maxime fallunt id agunt ut viri boni esse videantur." Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Whenכִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction he speaks ק֭וֹלוֹ (qō·w·lōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 6963: A voice, sound graciously, יְחַנֵּ֣ן (yə·ḥan·nên) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 2603: To bend, stoop in kindness to an inferior, to favor, bestow, to implore do not אַל־ (’al-) Adverb Strong's 408: Not believe him, תַּֽאֲמֶן־ (ta·’ă·men-) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect Jussive - second person masculine singular Strong's 539: To confirm, support for כִּ֤י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction seven שֶׁ֖בַע (še·ḇa‘) Number - feminine singular Strong's 7651: Seven, seven times, a week, an indefinite number abominations תּוֹעֵב֣וֹת (tō·w·‘ê·ḇō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 8441: Something disgusting, an abhorrence, idolatry, an idol [fill] his heart. בְּלִבּֽוֹ׃ (bə·lib·bōw) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 3820: The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre Links Proverbs 26:25 NIVProverbs 26:25 NLT Proverbs 26:25 ESV Proverbs 26:25 NASB Proverbs 26:25 KJV Proverbs 26:25 BibleApps.com Proverbs 26:25 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 26:25 Chinese Bible Proverbs 26:25 French Bible Proverbs 26:25 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 26:25 When his speech is charming don't believe (Prov. 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