Pro 20:19 | MHM | STEP | Avoid Tale-Bearers and Flatterers This section warns us to be careful about who we trust. Some people like to spread gossip and secrets, while others use flattery to get close to us. Both types can cause trouble and should not be our close friends. v. 19 : The verse says, "He that goeth about as a tale-bearer revealeth secrets: therefore meddle not with him that flattereth with his lips" . Tale-bearers are people who go around sharing stories and secrets, sometimes things they should not even know. They can make people suspicious of each other and create problems among friends and neighbors. It is wise not to trust them or even listen to their gossip, because if they talk about others, they will talk about you, too. Flatterers often act this way as well. They say nice things to your face, but they might use what you say against you later. So, do not share your secrets with someone just because they compliment you. It is better to be careful and keep your trust for honest people.

‏ Proverbs 20:19

Avoid Tale-Bearers and Flatterers

This section warns us to be careful about who we trust. Some people like to spread gossip and secrets, while others use flattery to get close to us. Both types can cause trouble and should not be our close friends.

v. 19: The verse says, "He that goeth about as a tale-bearer revealeth secrets: therefore meddle not with him that flattereth with his lips". Tale-bearers are people who go around sharing stories and secrets, sometimes things they should not even know. They can make people suspicious of each other and create problems among friends and neighbors. It is wise not to trust them or even listen to their gossip, because if they talk about others, they will talk about you, too. Flatterers often act this way as well. They say nice things to your face, but they might use what you say against you later. So, do not share your secrets with someone just because they compliment you. It is better to be careful and keep your trust for honest people.