Proverbs 11:13
A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy person keeps a secret.
In context
10 When the righteous prosper, the city rejoices; when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy. 11 Through the blessing of the upright a city is exalted, but by the mouth of the wicked it is destroyed. 12 Whoever derides their neighbor has no sense, but the one who has understanding holds their tongue.
13 A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy person keeps a secret. 14 For lack of guidance a nation falls, but victory is won through many advisers. 15 Whoever puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer, but whoever refuses to shake hands in pledge is safe. 16 A kindhearted woman gains honor, but ruthless men gain only wealth.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 11:13 in the KJV
A talebearer revealeth secrets: But he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 11:13 in the ESV
Whoever goes about slandering reveals secrets, but he who is trustworthy in spirit keeps a thing covered.