Proverbs 11:13
King James Version (KJV)
A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.
In context
11 By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted: but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.
12 He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace.
13 A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.
14 Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.
15 He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: and he that hateth suretiship is sure.
Proverbs 11:13 in every translation
- KJV King James Version
- A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.
- WEB World English Bible
- One who brings gossip betrays a confidence, but one who is of a trustworthy spirit is one who keeps a secret.
- BSB Berean Standard Bible
- A gossip reveals a secret, but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence.
- ASV American Standard Version
- He that goeth about as a tale-bearer revealeth secrets; But he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth a matter.
- YLT Young's Literal Translation
- A busybody is revealing secret counsel, And the faithful of spirit is covering the matter.
- DBY Darby Translation
- He that goeth about talebearing revealeth secrets; but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.
- WBS Webster Bible
- A tale-bearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.