^16-19 For there are six things the Lord hates—no, seven: haughtiness, lying, murdering, plotting evil, eagerness to do wrong, a false witness, sowing discord among brothers.

^16-19 For there are six things the Lord hates—no, seven: haughtiness, lying, murdering, plotting evil, eagerness to do wrong, a false witness, sowing discord among brothers.

¹² Hatred stirs old quarrels, but love overlooks insults.

⁹ Evil words destroy; godly skill rebuilds.^[a]

¹² To quarrel with a neighbor is foolish; a man with good sense holds his tongue.

¹³ A gossip goes around spreading rumors, while a trustworthy man tries to quiet them.

²⁷ Idle hands are the devil’s workshop; idle lips are his mouthpiece.^[a]

²⁸ An evil man sows strife; gossip separates the best of friends.

⁴ The wicked enjoy fellowship with others who are wicked; liars enjoy liars.

⁹ Love forgets mistakes; nagging about them parts the best of friends.

⁸ What dainty morsels rumors are. They are eaten with great relish!

¹⁹ Don’t tell your secrets to a gossip unless you want them broadcast to the world.