Proverbs 20:18-20

Holman Christian Standard Bible

¹⁸Finalize plans with counsel,^(A)
and wage war with sound guidance.^(B)

¹⁹The one who reveals secrets is a constant gossip;^(C)
avoid someone with a big mouth.^(D)

²⁰Whoever curses his father or mother^(E)—
his lamp will go out in deep darkness.^(F)

Proverbs 20:18-20

New International Version

¹⁸Plans are established by seeking advice;
so if you wage war, obtain guidance.^(A)

¹⁹A gossip betrays a confidence;^(B)
so avoid anyone who talks too much.

²⁰If someone curses their father or mother,^(C)
their lamp will be snuffed out in pitch darkness.^(D)

Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB)

New International Version (NIV)