²⁶ And when Joab was come out from David, he sent messengers after Abner, and they brought him back from the well of Sirah: but David knew it not.

²³ Fervent lips and a wicked heart Are `like' an earthen vessel overlaid with silver dross.

²⁴ He that hateth dissembleth with his lips; But he layeth up deceit within him:

²⁵ When he speaketh fair, believe him not; For there are seven abominations in his heart:

²⁶ Though `his' hatred cover itself with guile, His wickedness shall be openly showed before the assembly.

⁴ Wrath is cruel, and anger is overwhelming; But who is able to stand before jealousy?

⁵ Better is open rebuke Than love that is hidden.

⁶ Faithful are the wounds of a friend; But the kisses of an enemy are profuse.