23. Like silver dross on an earthen vessel are the lips of a fervent one with an evil heart.
24. A malicious man disguises himself with his lips, but he harbors evil in his heart.
25. When his speech is charming, don’t believe him; for there are seven abominations in his heart.
26. His malice may be concealed by deception, but his wickedness will be exposed in the assembly.
27. Whoever digs a pit shall fall into it. Whoever rolls a stone, it will come back on him.
28. A lying tongue hates those it hurts; and a flattering mouth works ruin.