Proverbs 6:19 Meaning and Explanation
“A false witness that speaketh lies, and he that soweth discord among brethren.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The sixth and seventh abominations: bearing false witness and creating division among family.
The Context of Proverbs 6:19
The sixth and seventh abominations complete the list, emphasizing how God abhors perversion of justice and destruction of brotherhood.
What Does Proverbs 6:19 Mean?
A false witness is one who lies under oath or brings false accusations—perverting justice itself. This is the liar manifested in the most serious context: in judgment and law. And finally, one who sows discord among brethren—creating division between family members or those bound together—is the seventh abomination.
These last two relate to breaking the bonds that hold society together: justice and family unity. The false witness corrupts the legal system; the sower of discord corrupts relationships. Both undermine the trust and solidarity that allow communities to function.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 6:19
What does Proverbs 6:19 mean?
The sixth and seventh abominations: bearing false witness and creating division among family.
What is the context of Proverbs 6:19?
The sixth and seventh abominations complete the list, emphasizing how God abhors perversion of justice and destruction of brotherhood.