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Proverbs 11:13
One who brings gossip betrays a confidence, but one who is of a trustworthy spirit is one who keeps a secret.
Proverbs 11:13 · World English Bible
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Proverbs 11:13 in other translations
A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.
A gossip reveals a secret, but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence.
One who brings gossip betrays a confidence, but one who is of a trustworthy spirit is one who keeps a secret.
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In context
10 When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices. When the wicked perish, there is shouting.
11 By the blessing of the upright, the city is exalted, but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.
12 One who despises his neighbor is void of wisdom, but a man of understanding holds his peace.
13 One who brings gossip betrays a confidence, but one who is of a trustworthy spirit is one who keeps a secret.
14 Where there is no wise guidance, the nation falls, but in the multitude of counselors there is victory.
15 He who is collateral for a stranger will suffer for it, but he who refuses pledges of collateral is secure.
16 A gracious woman obtains honor, but violent men obtain riches.
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