Proverbs 11:13

The Message

A gadabout gossip can’t be trusted with a secret, but someone of integrity won’t violate a confidence.

Cross References

Proverbs 10:19

The more talk, the less truth; the wise measure their words.

Proverbs 11:12

Mean-spirited slander is heartless; quiet discretion accompanies good sense.

Proverbs 12:23

Prudent people don’t flaunt their knowledge; talkative fools broadcast their silliness.

Proverbs 14:5

A true witness never lies; a false witness makes a business of it.

Proverbs 19:11

Smart people know how to hold their tongue; their grandeur is to forgive and forget.

Proverbs 20:19

Gossips can’t keep secrets, so never confide in blabbermouths.

Proverbs 25:9

In the heat of an argument, don’t betray confidences; Word is sure to get around, and no one will trust you.

Jeremiah 38:27

And sure enough, all the officials came to Jeremiah and asked him. He responded as the king had instructed. So they quit asking. No one had overheard the conversation.

Leviticus 19:16

“Don’t spread gossip and rumors. “Don’t just stand by when your neighbor’s life is in danger. I am God.

Joshua 2:14

“Our lives for yours!” said the men. “But don’t tell anyone our business. When God turns this land over to us, we’ll do right by you in loyal mercy.”