Proverbs 20:19

19 Whoever 1goes about slandering reveals secrets; therefore do not associate with 2a simple babbler.[a]

Proverbs 20:19 In-Context

17 Bread gained by deceit is sweet to a man, but afterward his mouth will be full of gravel.
18 Plans are established by counsel; by wise guidance wage war.
19 Whoever goes about slandering reveals secrets; therefore do not associate with a simple babbler.
20 If one curses his father or his mother, his lamp will be put out in utter darkness.
21 An inheritance gained hastily in the beginning will not be blessed in the end.

Cross References 2

  • 1. Proverbs 11:13
  • 2. Proverbs 13:3; [Romans 16:18]

Footnotes 1

  • [a]. Hebrew with one who is simple in his lips
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