Proverbs 20:19
King James Version (KJV)
He that goeth about as a talebearer revealeth secrets: therefore meddle not with him that flattereth with his lips.
American Standard Version (ASV)
He that goeth about as a tale-bearer revealeth secrets; Therefore company not with him that openeth wide his lips.
World English Bible (WEB)
He who goes about as a tale-bearer reveals secrets; therefore don't keep company with him who opens wide his lips.
Proverbs 20:19 Cross References
Thou shalt not go up and down as a talebearer among thy people: neither shalt thou stand against the blood of thy neighbor; I am the LORD.
A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.
The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly.
Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: so where there is no talebearer, the strife ceaseth.
As coals are to burning coals, and wood to fire; so is a contentious man to kindle strife.
The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly.
