Proverbs 16:27-29

Holman Christian Standard Bible

²⁷ A worthless man digs up evil,
and his speech is like a scorching fire.^(A)

²⁸ A contrary man spreads conflict,
and a gossip separates close friends.^(B)

²⁹ A violent man lures his neighbor,^(C)
leading him in a way that is not good.^(D)