Proverbs 26:19

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

so is the person who deceives his neighbour and says, ‘I was only joking! ’

Cross References

Ephesians 5:4

Obscene and foolish talking or crude joking are not suitable, but rather giving thanks.

Proverbs 10:23

As shameful conduct is pleasure for a fool, so wisdom is for a person of understanding.

Proverbs 15:21

Foolishness brings joy to one without sense, but a person with understanding walks a straight path.

Proverbs 14:9

Fools mock at making reparation, but there is goodwill among the upright.

2 Peter 2:13

They will be paid back with harm for the harm they have done. They consider it a pleasure to carouse in broad daylight. They are spots and blemishes, delighting in their deceptions  while they feast with you.

Proverbs 24:28

Don’t testify against your neighbour without cause. Don’t deceive with your lips.