Thematic Bible: Talebearers
Thematic Bible
Speech/communication » Talebearers
Whoever spreads gossip betrays secrets, but the trustworthy person keeps a confidence.
Verse Concepts
The words of a gossip are like choice morsels as they descend to the innermost parts of the body.
Verse Concepts
Whoever spreads gossip betrays confidences; so don't get involved with someone who talks too much.
Verse Concepts
Without wood, the fire goes out. Without a gossip, contention stops. Charcoal is to hot coals as wood is to fire; so also a quarrelsome man fuels strife. The words of a gossip are like delicate morsels; they sink down deep within.