Proverbs 20:19

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He that goeth about as a talebearer revealeth secrets: therefore meddle not with him that flattereth with his lips.

He that goeth about as a tale-bearer revealeth secrets; But he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth a matter.

The words of a whisperer are as dainty morsels, And they go down into the innermost parts.

For lack of wood the fire goeth out; And where there is no whisperer, contention ceaseth.

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 Jehovah.

My son, fear thou Jehovah and the king; And company not with them that are given to change:

A man of violence enticeth his neighbor, And leadeth him in a way that is not good.

For they that are such serve not our Lord Christ, but their own belly; and by their smooth and fair speech they beguile the hearts of the innocent.

My son, if sinners entice thee, Consent thou not.