What does the Bible say about talebearer?
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The Bible condemns talebearing as sinful gossip that betrays trust, stirs conflict, and wounds neighbors whom God calls us to love. Leviticus 19:16 forbids going about as a slanderer, while Psalm 15:1-3 describes the godly person as one who does not harm another with his tongue. Proverbs repeatedly warns that a talebearer reveals secrets, separates close friends, and feeds strife, whereas love covers offenses and seeks peace. Christians should therefore refuse to listen eagerly to rumors, guard confidential matters, speak truth with charity, and pursue reconciliation when wrong has occurred. Since Christ has shown mercy to sinners, His people should use their words to build up, protect others' reputations, and promote peace.
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- General scriptures concerning Leviticus 19:16; Psalms 15:1-3; Proverbs 11:13; Proverbs 16:28; Proverbs 17:9; Proverbs 18:8; Proverbs 20:19; Proverbs 26:20-22; 1 Timothy 5:11; 1 Timothy 5:13
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- See SLANDER
- See SPEAKING, EVIL
- INSTANCES OF
- Joseph Genesis 37:2
- Israelites 2 Samuel 3:23
- Tobiah Nehemiah 6
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