Proverbs 18:8 Meaning
The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly.
Context Explained
6A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes.
7A fool's mouth is his destruction, and his lips are the snare of his soul.
8The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly.
9He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.
10The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.
Key Themes
wordsgossiphurt
Related Cross References
Proverbs 26:22
Both verses warn about the dangers of gossip.
James 3:6
Both discuss the destructive power of the tongue.
Proverbs 12:18
Both emphasize the impact of words on others.
Source: Proverbs 18:8