Proverbs 18:8

Easy To Read Version

People always want to hear gossip—it is like good food going down into the stomach.

Cross References

Proverbs 16:28

A troublemaker is always causing problems. That person spreads gossip and causes trouble between close friends.

Proverbs 12:18

If a person speaks words without thinking, then those words can hurt like a sword. But a wise person is careful with the things he says. His words can heal those hurts.

Leviticus 19:16

You must not go around spreading false stories against other people. Don’t do anything that would put your neighbor’s life in danger. I am the Lord!

Psalm 52:2

You make foolish plans\par and your tongue is as dangerous\par as a sharp razor.\par You are always lying\par and trying to cheat people!\par

Proverbs 18:7

When a foolish person talks, he ruins himself. His own words trap him.

Proverbs 18:9

A person that does sloppy work is almost as bad as a person that destroys things.