Proverbs 20:19
The Scripture
(19) He that goeth about as a talebearer revealeth secrets: therefore meddle not with him that flattereth with his lips.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the king of Israel is warned against the folly of the wicked, who boast of their strength but lack true wisdom, and the passage contrasts the fleeting nature of power with the lasting value of prudence. The passage also reflects on the consequences of pride and the importance of humility, urging listeners to seek knowledge rather than rely on empty boasts.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 11:13Proverbs 18:8Proverbs 26:20Proverbs 26:21Proverbs 26:22Leviticus 19:16Proverbs 24:21Proverbs 16:29Romans 16:18
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