Proverbs 20:19-21

New King James Version

¹⁹^(A)He who goes about as a talebearer reveals secrets;
Therefore do not associate with one ^(B)who flatters with his lips.

²⁰^(C)Whoever curses his father or his mother,
^(D)His lamp will be put out in deep darkness.

²¹^(E)An inheritance gained hastily at the beginning
^(F)Will not be blessed at the end.

Proverbs 20:19-21

New International Version

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

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

²¹An inheritance claimed too soon
will not be blessed at the end.

New King James Version (NKJV)

New International Version (NIV)