Bible Verses About Gossip

“A perverse man spreads dissension, and a gossip divides close friends.”

“A gossip reveals a secret, but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence.”

“He who reveals secrets is a constant gossip; avoid the one who babbles with his lips.”

“If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not bridle his tongue, he deceives his heart and his religion is worthless.”

“Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen.”

“Without wood, a fire goes out; without gossip, a conflict ceases.”

“At the same time they will also learn to be idle, going from house to house and being not only idle, but also gossips and busybodies, discussing things they should not mention.”

“Whoever conceals an offense promotes love, but he who brings it up separates friends.”

“Keep your tongue from evil and your lips from deceitful speech.”