Proverbs 20:19
He that goeth about as a tale-bearer revealeth secrets; Therefore company not with him that openeth wide his lips.
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In Context
18Every purpose is established by counsel; And by wise guidance make thou war.
20Whoso curseth his father or his mother, His lamp shall be put out in blackness of darkness.
Cross References
Psalms 101:5Whoso privily slandereth his neighbor, him will I destroy: Him that hath a high look and a proud heart will I not suffer.
Proverbs 13:3He that guardeth his mouth keepeth his life; [But] he that openeth wide his lips shall have destruction.
Proverbs 18:8The words of a whisperer are as dainty morsels, And they go down into the innermost parts.
Proverbs 26:20For lack of wood the fire goeth out; And where there is no whisperer, contention ceaseth.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 20:19
18 Every purpose is established by counsel: and with good advice make war. Note, 1. It is good in every thing to act with deliberation, and to consult with ourselves at least, and, in matters of moment, with our friends, too, before we determine, but especially to ask counsel of God, and beg direction from him, and observe the guidance of this eye. This is the way to have both our minds and our purposes established, and to succeed well in our affairs; whereas what is done hastily and with precipitation is repented… Read the whole commentary →