Psalms 55:21
The words of his mouth were smoother than butter, but war was in his heart: his words were softer than oil, yet were they drawn swords.
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English Standard Version
His speech was smooth as butter, yet war was in his heart; his words were softer than oil, yet they were drawn swords.
New International Version
His speech is smooth as butter, yet war is in his heart; his words are more soothing than oil, yet they are drawn swords.
Catholic Public Domain Version
They were divided by the wrath of his countenance, and his heart has drawn near. His words are smoother than oil, and they are arrows