Proverbs 20:18-20
Legacy Standard Bible
18 [a](A)Thoughts are established by counsel,
So (B)make war by guidance.
19 He who (C)goes about as a slanderer reveals secrets,
Therefore do not associate with [b](D)one of loose lips.
20 He who (E)curses his father or his mother,
His (F)lamp will go out in the [c]midst of darkness.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 20:18 Or Plans
- Proverbs 20:19 Lit one who opens his lips
- Proverbs 20:20 Lit pupil (of the eye)
Proverbs 20:18-20
New International Version
18 Plans are established by seeking advice;
so if you wage war, obtain guidance.(A)
19 A gossip betrays a confidence;(B)
so avoid anyone who talks too much.
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