Though wickedness be sweet in his mouth, though he hide it…
“Though wickedness be sweet in his mouth, though he hide it under his tongue. -Job xx. 12”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Wickedness may taste pleasant, but it is concealed within one's speech.
In simple terms: Evil sounds sweet but hides in words.
Key Takeaway
Beware of deceptive allure of wrongdoing.
Themes
evil
deception
speech
Mood
cautionary
serious
Type
religious
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal decision‑making
- leadership
- political rhetoric
Key Concepts
theology
morality
Questions to Reflect On
- What temptations have you rationalized?
- How do you expose hidden wickedness in discourse?
A Different Perspective
The appeal of wrongdoing can be seductive and rationalized.