“A perverse person stirs up conflict, and a gossip separates close friends.” – Proverbs 16:28
Bible Verses About Gossiping
Proverbs 11:13 – This verse tells us that a trustworthy person keeps things confidential while gossipers reveal secrets.
“A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy person keeps a secret.” – Proverbs 11:13
Proverbs 20:19 – A reminder that those who gossip will not keep their mouth shut for long.
“A gossip betrays a confidence; so avoid anyone who talks too much.” – Proverbs 20:19
James 4:11 – This reinforces that speaking against a brother causes trouble and shows no respect.
“Brothers and sisters, do not slander one another. Anyone who speaks against a brother or sister or judges them speaks against the law and judges it.” – James 4:11
Proverbs 26:20 – This outlines how without gossip, conflicts cool down.
“Without wood, a fire goes out; without a gossip, a quarrel dies down.” – Proverbs 26:20
1 Peter 3:16 – Encouragement to keep a good conscience despite the gossip of others.
“Keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander.” – 1 Peter 3:16
Proverbs 18:8 – This describes how gossip can be tempting and harmful.
“The words of a gossip are like choice morsels; they go down to the inmost parts.” – Proverbs 18:8
Titus 3:2 – A call to treat everyone respectfully, without gossip.
“To slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and to show true humility toward all men.” – Titus 3:2
Proverbs 26:22 – How gossip can draw others in and lead them astray.
“The words of a gossip are like choice morsels; they go down to the inmost parts.” – Proverbs 26:22
Exodus 23:1 – This verse advises against spreading false reports.
“Do not spread false reports. Do not help a guilty person by being a malicious witness.” – Exodus 23:1
Proverbs 21:23 – A reminder to guard our speech to avoid trouble.
“Those who guard their mouths and their tongues keep themselves from calamity.” – Proverbs 21:23
Proverbs 10:18 – It highlights the damage gossip and lies can create.
“Whoever conceals hatred with lying lips and spreads slander is a fool.” – Proverbs 10:18
Psalms 101:5 – A declaration to shun slander and gossip.
“Whoever slanders his neighbor secretly, I will destroy. Whoever has a haughty look and an arrogant heart, I will not endure.” – Psalms 101:5
Galatians 5:15 – This warns against infighting over gossip.
“If you bite and devour each other, watch out or you will be destroyed by each other.” – Galatians 5:15
Proverbs 25:23 – Recognizes the harm of gossip and excessive talk.
“Like a north wind that brings unexpected rain is a sly tongue—which provokes a horrified look.” – Proverbs 25:23
Proverbs 15:28 – This speaks to how the righteous think before they speak.
“The heart of the righteous weighs its answers, but the mouth of the wicked gushes evil.” – Proverbs 15:28
Ephesians 4:29 – A call for wholesome speech amongst neighbors.
“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs.” – Ephesians 4:29
Matthew 12:36-37 – This emphasizes that we will give account for our words.
“But I tell you that everyone will have to give account on the day of judgment for every empty word they have spoken.” – Matthew 12:36-37
Romans 1:29-30 – Displays the seriousness of gossiping as a sin.
“They have become filled with every kind of wickedness, evil, greed and depravity. They are full of envy, murder, strife, deceit and malice. They are gossips.” – Romans 1:29-30
Proverbs 17:9 – This indicates that love covers over offenses rather than spreading gossip.
“Whoever would foster love covers over an offense, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends.” – Proverbs 17:9
Psalms 34:13 – Encourages us to keep our tongues from evil.
“Keep your tongue from evil and your lips from telling lies.” – Psalms 34:13
Proverbs 12:23 – Implies that wise people conceal gossip.
“The prudent keep their knowledge to themselves, but a fool’s heart blurts out folly.” – Proverbs 12:23
Proverbs 18:7 – Emphasizes that gossip can lead to conflict.
“The mouths of fools are their undoing, and their lips are a snare to their very lives.” – Proverbs 18:7
Proverbs 24:28 – A caution against bearing false witness.
“Do not testify against your neighbor without cause—would you use your lips to mislead?” – Proverbs 24:28
1 Timothy 5:13 – This warns us that gossiping can lead to sins.
“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 26:21 – This shows how gossip can ignite quarrels.
“As charcoal to embers and as wood to fire, so is the quarrelsome person for kindling strife.” – Proverbs 26:21
2 Corinthians 12:20 – This highlights how gossip can lead to discord in a church.
“For I am afraid that when I come, I may not find you as I want you to be, and you may not find me as you want me to be.” – 2 Corinthians 12:20
Colossians 3:8 – This verse instructs us to get rid of anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language.
“But now you must also rid yourselves of all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips.” – Colossians 3:8
Leviticus 19:16 – Indicates the seriousness of gossip in the community.
“Do not go about spreading slander among your people. Do not do anything that endangers your neighbor’s life. I am the LORD.” – Leviticus 19:16
Final Thoughts
Gossip can be harmful not only to the one being talked about but also to ourselves. The Bible clearly warns us against this behavior through various verses. We should strive to create an environment where love and respect thrive rather than gossip and division. By choosing to speak positively about others, we can build a supportive community. We all have influence over each other, and it’s vital to use that influence to uplift and encourage.
If you want to explore more about the importance of communication with others or read about moving forward in relationships, check out Bible Verses About Communication With Others. Together, we can work towards better understanding and love.
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