Berean Standard Bible
Proverbs 18:8
“The words of a gossip are like choice morsels that go down into the inmost being.”
In context
6A fool’s lips bring him strife, and his mouth invites a beating.
7A fool’s mouth is his ruin, and his lips are a snare to his soul.
8The words of a gossip are like choice morsels that go down into the inmost being.
9Whoever is slothful in his work is brother to him who destroys.
10The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.
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