Proverbs 11:12-13

The Proverbs of Solomon

12 Whoever q belittles his neighbor lacks sense,
but a man of understanding remains silent.
13 Whoever r goes about slandering reveals secrets,
but he who is trustworthy in spirit keeps a thing covered.

  1. Cross References
    Proverbs 14:21
    Whoever despises his neighbor is a sinner, but blessed is he who is generous to the poor.
    Matthew 7:1
    Judge not, that you be not judged.
  2. Cross References
    Proverbs 20:19
    Whoever goes about slandering reveals secrets; therefore do not associate with a simple babbler.
    Leviticus 19:16
    You shall not go around as a slanderer among your people, and you shall not stand up against the life of your neighbor: I am the Lord.
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