In the same manner as an earthen vessel, if it were adorned with impure silver, conceited lips are allied with a wicked heart
Other versions
King James Version
Burning lips and a wicked heart are like a potsherd covered with silver dross.English Standard Version
Like the glaze covering an earthen vessel are fervent lips with an evil heart.New International Version
Like a coating of glaze over earthenware are fervent lips with an evil heart.