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A friendly greeting conceals a blade.
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Psalms 55:20-21

his words are softer than oil, yet they are drawn

My heart writhes within me · Psalms 55

Story guide: A friendly greeting conceals a blade. A friendly mouth and offered hand conceal drawn-sword hostility.

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20He stretched out his hands against those at peace with him; he profaned his covenant.

21The words of his mouth are smooth, but his heart is war; his words are softer than oil, yet they are drawn swords.

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