Proverbs 24:2
for their hearts devise violence, and their lips talk of trouble.
In context
1 Be not envious of evil men, nor desire to be with them, 2 for their hearts devise violence, and their lips talk of trouble. 3 By wisdom a house is built, and by understanding it is established; 4 by knowledge the rooms are filled with all precious and pleasant riches.
5 A wise man is full of strength, and a man of knowledge enhances his might,
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 24:2 in the KJV
For their heart studieth destruction, And their lips talk of mischief.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 24:2 in the NIV
for their hearts plot violence, and their lips talk about making trouble.