Proverbs 18:8
“The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly.”

What does Proverbs 18:8 mean?
Proverbs 18:8 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly." This verse from the book of Proverbs offers a cautionary warning about the destructive power of gossip. The imagery of…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Wounds of the Tongue: Guarding Our Discourse
Proverbs 18:8 (KJV) states, "The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly." This verse brings to light the profound impact that words can have in our lives—words that are not only spoken but also shared and spread from one…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer for Wisdom and Integrity Against Gossip
Heavenly Father, As we come before You today, we want to acknowledge Your greatness and the depth of Your wisdom. You are the Creator of the heavens and the earth, the All-Knowing One who sees into the very depths of our hearts. We thank You for Your Word, which guides us…
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