Matthew Henry · Verse 13
A faithful man will not disclose what he is trusted with, unless the honour of God and the real good of society require it.
Proverbs 11:13
One who brings gossip betrays a confidence, but one who is of a trustworthy spirit is one who keeps a secret.
World English Bible
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WEBBE
One who brings gossip betrays a confidence, but one who is of a trustworthy spirit is one who keeps a secret.
BSB
A gossip reveals a secret, but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence.
KJV
A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.
ASV
He that goeth about as a tale-bearer revealeth secrets; But he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth a matter.
BBE
He who goes about talking of others makes secrets public, but the true-hearted man keeps things covered.
Original Hebrew
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