2 Samuel 16:3

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

“And where is Mephibosheth?” David asked. Ziba answered, “He stayed in Jerusalem, because he thinks the people of Israel want him to rule the kingdom of his grandfather Saul.”

Cross References

2 Samuel 16:4

David then told him, “Everything that used to belong to Mephibosheth is now yours.” Ziba said, “Your Majesty, I am your humble servant, and I hope you will be pleased with me.”

Psalm 101:5

Anyone who spreads gossip will be silenced, and no one who is conceited will be my friend.

Psalm 15:3

and don't spread gossip; they treat others fairly and don't say cruel things.

Psalm 88:18

My friends and neighbours have turned against me because of you, and now darkness is my only companion.

Exodus 20:16

Do not tell lies about others.

Proverbs 1:19

The wealth you get from crime robs you of your life.

Proverbs 21:28

If you tell lies in court, you are done for; only a reliable witness can do the job.

Micah 7:5

Don't trust anyone, not even your best friend, and be careful what you say to the one you love.

Jude 1:11

Now they are in for real trouble. They have followed Cain's example and have made the same mistake that Balaam did by caring only for money. They have also rebelled against God, just as Korah did. Because of all this, they will be destroyed.