Pro 4:24 | TNotes | STEP | 4:24 Because a person’s words originate in the heart, Proverbs teaches extensively about speech. One of the most basic lessons is to avoid perverse or corrupt speech, later defined as lies, slander, gossip, and rumor (6:12 ; 17:4 ; 18:8 ).

‏ Proverbs 4:24

4:24 ^a Because a person’s words originate in the heart, Proverbs teaches extensively about speech. One of the most basic lessons is to avoid perverse or corrupt speech, later defined as lies, slander, gossip, and rumor (6:12 ^b; 17:4 ^c; 18:8 ^d).