Proverbs 26:20

The Message

When you run out of wood, the fire goes out; when the gossip ends, the quarrel dies down.

Cross References

Proverbs 16:28

Troublemakers start fights; gossips break up friendships.

Proverbs 22:10

Kick out the troublemakers and things will quiet down; you need a break from bickering and griping!

Proverbs 26:22

Listening to gossip is like eating cheap candy; do you want junk like that in your belly?

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.