Proverbs 20:17-19
English Standard Version Anglicised
17 (A)Bread gained by deceit is sweet to a man,
but afterwards his mouth will be full of (B)gravel.
18 (C)Plans are established by counsel;
by (D)wise guidance (E)wage war.
19 Whoever (F)goes about slandering reveals secrets;
therefore do not associate with (G)a simple babbler.[a]
Footnotes
- Proverbs 20:19 Hebrew with one who is simple in his lips
Proverbs 20:17-19
New International Version
18 Plans are established by seeking advice;
so if you wage war, obtain guidance.(C)
19 A gossip betrays a confidence;(D)
so avoid anyone who talks too much.
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