Proverbs 20:19
19 A gossip betrays a confidence; so avoid anyone who talks too much.
Other Translations of Proverbs 20:19
King James Version
19 He that goeth about as a talebearer revealeth secrets: therefore meddle not with him that flattereth
English Standard Version
19 Whoever goes about slandering reveals secrets; therefore do not associate with a simple babbler.
The Message
19 Gossips can't keep secrets, so never confide in blabbermouths.
New King James Version
19 He who goes about as a talebearer reveals secrets; Therefore do not associate with one who flatters with his lips.
New Living Translation
19 A gossip goes around telling secrets, so don't hang around with chatterers.
Proverbs 24:21
21 Fear the Lord and the king, my son, and do not join with rebellious officials,
Other Translations of Proverbs 24:21
King James Version
21 My son, fear thou the Lord and the king: and meddle not with them that are given to change:
English Standard Version
21 My son, fear the Lord and the king, and do not join with those who do otherwise,
The Message
21 Fear God, dear child - respect your leaders; don't be defiant or mutinous.
New King James Version
21 My son, fear the Lord and the king; Do not associate with those given to change;
New Living Translation
21 My child, fear the Lord and the king. Don't associate with rebels,
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 24:21
Commentary on Proverbs 24:21-22
(Read Proverbs 24:21-22)
The godly in the land, will be quiet in the land. There may be cause to change for the better, but have nothing to do with them that are given change.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 20:19
Commentary on Proverbs 20:19
(Read Proverbs 20:19)
Those dearly buy their own praise, who put confidence in a man because he speaks fairly.