Proverbs 20:18-20

New International Reader's Version

¹⁸Plans are made by asking for guidance.
So if you go to war, get good advice.

¹⁹A person who talks about others tells secrets.
So avoid anyone who talks too much.

²⁰If anyone asks for bad things to happen to their father or mother,
that person’s lamp will be blown out in total darkness.

Proverbs 20:18-20

New International Version

¹⁸Plans are established by seeking advice;
so if you wage war, obtain guidance.^(A)

¹⁹A gossip betrays a confidence;^(B)
so avoid anyone who talks too much.

²⁰If someone curses their father or mother,^(C)
their lamp will be snuffed out in pitch darkness.^(D)

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