Proverbs 20:19

He that goeth about as a tale-bearer, reueileth secrets; therefore meddle not with him that flattereth with his lippes.
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan

He who goes about as a slanderer reveals secrets, Therefore do not associate with a gossip.
- New American Standard Version (1995)

He that goeth about as a tale-bearer revealeth secrets; Therefore company not with him that openeth wide his lips.
- American Standard Version (1901)

He who goes about talking of the business of others gives away secrets: so have nothing to do with him whose lips are open wide.
- Basic English Bible

He who reveals secrets is a constant gossip; avoid the one who babbles with his lips.
- Berean Standard Bible Bible

He that goeth about talebearing revealeth secrets; therefore meddle not with him that openeth his lips.
- Darby Bible

Meddle not with him that revealeth secrets, and walketh deceitfully, and openeth wide his lips.
- Douay-Rheims Bible

He that goeth about as a talebearer revealeth secrets: therefore meddle not with him that openeth wide his lips.
- English Revised Version

He who goes about as a tale-bearer reveals secrets; therefore don't keep company with him who opens wide his lips.
- World English Bible

Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 20:19

20:18 Established - The way to bring our purposes to good effect is to manage them with serious consideration.

20:20 Lamp - His name and memory shall utterly perish.