17 (A)Bread obtained by falsehood is sweet to a man,
But afterward his mouth will be filled with gravel.
18 Prepare (B)plans by consultation,
And (C)make war by wise guidance.
19 He who (D)goes about as a slanderer reveals secrets,
Therefore do not associate with [a](E)a gossip.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 20:19 Lit one who opens his lips