Proverbs 11:13
Modern English Version
13 A talebearer reveals secrets,
but he who is of a faithful spirit conceals the matter.
Proverbs 16:28
Modern English Version
28 A perverse man sows strife,
and a whisperer separates the best of friends.
Proverbs 17:9
Modern English Version
9 He who covers a transgression seeks love,
but he who repeats a matter separates friends.
Proverbs 18:8
Modern English Version
8 The words of a talebearer are as wounds,
and they go down into the innermost parts of the body.
Proverbs 20:19
Modern English Version
19 He who goes about as a talebearer reveals secrets;
therefore do not meddle with him who flatters with his lips.
Proverbs 26:20
Modern English Version
20 Where there is no wood, the fire goes out;
so where there is no talebearer, the strife ceases.
Proverbs 26:22
Modern English Version
22 The words of a talebearer are as wounds,
and go down into the innermost parts of the body.
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