Proverbs 11:13
Whoever goes around slandering reveals secrets, 1 but a faithful person keeps a matter covered. 1
Unlocked Literal Bible
In The King James Version
A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.
In Context
12The man who has contempt for his friend has no sense, 1 but a man of understanding keeps quiet. 1
14Where there is no wise direction, a nation falls, 1 but victory comes by consulting many advisors. 1
Cross References
Leviticus 19:16Do not walk around spreading slander among your people, but seek to protect your neighbor's life. I am Yahweh.
Joshua 2:20But if you speak about our business, we will be free from the oath you made us swear.”
Proverbs 10:19When there are many words, transgression is not lacking, 1 but he who is careful in what he says is wise. 1
Proverbs 20:19A gossip reveals secrets 1 and so you should not associate with people who talk too much. 1
Proverbs 26:20For lack of wood, the fire goes out; 1 and where there is no gossiper quarreling ceases. 1
1 Timothy 5:13At the same time, they also learn to be lazy and they go around from house to house. They not only become lazy, but they also talk nonsense and are busybodies, saying things they should not say.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 11:13-14
12 He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace. 13 A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter. I. Silence is here recommended as an instance of true friendship, and a preservative of it, and therefore an evidence, 1. Of wisdom: A man of understanding, that has rule over his own spirit, if he be provoked, holds his peace, that he may neither give vent to his passion nor kindle the passion of others by any opprobrious… Read the whole commentary →