“A perverse person stirs up conflict, and a gossip separates close friends.” – Proverbs 16:28
Bible Verses About Gossip
Proverbs 11:13 – A trustworthy person will not share secrets, while a gossip will betray a confidence.
“A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy person keeps a secret.” – Proverbs 11:13
Proverbs 20:19 – Those who are gossiping should be avoided as they will speak of others behind their backs.
“A gossip betrays a confidence; so avoid anyone who talks too much.” – Proverbs 20:19
James 1:26 – If you think you are religious yet cannot control your tongue, your religion is worthless.
“Those who consider themselves religious and yet do not keep a tight rein on their tongues deceive themselves, and their religion is worthless.” – James 1:26
Proverbs 26:20 – Without wood, a fire dies down; without gossip, a quarrel ceases.
“Without wood, a fire goes out; without a gossip, a quarrel dies down.” – Proverbs 26:20
Proverbs 18:8 – Gossip is like a tasty morsel that sinks deep into your heart.
“The words of a gossip are like choice morsels; they go down to the inmost parts.” – Proverbs 18:8
1 Timothy 5:13 – Idleness can lead some women to become gossipers.
“Besides, they get into the habit of being idle and going about from house to house. And not only do they become idlers, but also busybodies who talk nonsense, saying things they ought not to.” – 1 Timothy 5:13
Proverbs 26:22 – Gossip is harmful and can stir up conflict among friends.
“The words of a gossip are like choice morsels; they go down to the inmost parts.” – Proverbs 26:22
Ephesians 4:29 – Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouth.
“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.” – Ephesians 4:29
Psalm 101:5 – God hates the one who slanders a neighbor.
“Whoever slanders their neighbor in secret, I will put to silence; whoever has haughty eyes and a proud heart, I will not tolerate.” – Psalm 101:5
Proverbs 17:9 – Whoever forgives an offense seeks love; whoever repeats the matter separates close friends.
“Whoever covers an offense seeks love, but he who repeats a matter separates close friends.” – Proverbs 17:9
Proverbs 6:16-19 – God detests seven things, including a lying tongue and a false witness.
“There are six things the Lord hates, seven that are detestable to him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are quick to rush into evil, a false witness who pours out lies, and a person who stirs up conflict in the community.” – Proverbs 6:16-19
Titus 3:1-2 – Believers should avoid quarreling, be gentle, and show humility towards everyone.
“Remind them to be subject to rulers and authorities, to obey, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people.” – Titus 3:1-2
Proverbs 15:28 – The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer; the mouth of the wicked pours out evil things.
“The heart of the righteous weighs its answers, but the mouth of the wicked gushes evil.” – Proverbs 15:28
Proverbs 26:24-25 – A pretending friend hides his malice well, but his deceit will be exposed.
“Enemies disguise themselves with their lips, but in their hearts they harbor deceit. Though their speech is charming, do not believe them, for seven abominations fill their hearts.” – Proverbs 26:24-25
1 Peter 2:1 – Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander.
“Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander of every kind.” – 1 Peter 2:1
Colossians 3:8 – Put away anger, wrath, malice, slander, and abusive language from your mouth.
“But now you must put them all away: anger, wrath, malice, slander, and obscene talk from your mouth.” – Colossians 3:8
Matthew 12:36-37 – We will give an account on the Day of Judgment for every empty word spoken.
“But I tell you that everyone will have to give account on the day of judgment for every empty word they have spoken. For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.” – Matthew 12:36-37
Proverbs 10:18 – Hiding hatred makes you a liar; spreading slander is foolish.
“Whoever conceals hatred with lying lips and spreads slander is a fool.” – Proverbs 10:18
Psalms 34:13-14 – Keep your tongue from evil and your lips from speaking deceit.
“Keep your tongue from evil and your lips from telling lies. Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.” – Psalm 34:13-14
Matthew 5:22 – Anyone who says ‘You fool!’ will be in danger of the fire of hell.
“But I tell you that anyone who is angry with a brother or sister will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to a brother or sister, ‘Raca,’ is answerable to the court. And anyone who says, ‘You fool!’ will be in danger of the fire of hell.” – Matthew 5:22
Psalm 141:3 – Set a guard over my mouth, Lord; keep watch over the door of my lips.
“Set a guard, O Lord, over my mouth; keep watch over the door of my lips.” – Psalm 141:3
Ephesians 4:15 – Speaking the truth in love helps us grow and strengthens the community.
“Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ.” – Ephesians 4:15
1 Thessalonians 4:11 – Aspire to live quietly and mind your own affairs.
“And to aspire to live quietly, and to mind your own affairs, and to work with your hands, as we instructed you.” – 1 Thessalonians 4:11
Proverbs 19:5 – A false witness will not go unpunished.
“A false witness will not go unpunished, and he who breathes out lies will not escape.” – Proverbs 19:5
Titus 2:3-5 – Older women are to teach the younger women, so they avoid gossip.
“Likewise, teach the older women to be reverent in the way they live, not to be slanderers or addicted to much wine, but to teach what is good.” – Titus 2:3-5
Proverbs 12:18 – The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
“The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.” – Proverbs 12:18
Proverbs 25:23 – The north wind brings unexpected rain, and a gossiping tongue brings angry looks.
“The north wind brings forth rain, and a backbiting tongue, an angry countenance.” – Proverbs 25:23
Final Thoughts
Gossip can hurt people and damage relationships. The Bible has many verses that encourage us to speak wisely and kindly, reminding us of the power of our words. We should always strive to communicate in love, keeping our conversations uplifting and beneficial.
To build a better community, let us avoid gossip. Instead, we can focus on encouraging and supporting one another. By doing so, we can foster a culture of respect and kindness that reflects Christ’s teachings.
If you’re looking for more insightful content, check out Bible Verses About Communication or Bible Verses About Showing Love Through Actions.