Proverbs 25:9 cpdv — Argue your case with your friend, and do not reveal the secret to an outsider,

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Argue your case with your friend, and do not reveal the secret to an outsider, "

— Proverbs 25:9, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Proverbs 25:9 in Other Translations

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Proverbs 25 — Context

6

Do not appear glorious before the king, and do not stand in the place of the great.

7

For it is better that it should be said to you, “Ascend to here,” than that you should be humbled before the prince.

8

The things that your eyes have seen, do not offer hastily in a quarrel, lest afterward you may not be able to make amends, when you have dishonored your friend.

9

Argue your case with your friend, and do not reveal the secret to an outsider,

10

lest perhaps he may insult you, when he has heard it, and he might not cease to reproach you. Grace and friendship free a man; preserve these for yourself, lest you fall under reproach.

11

Whoever speaks a word at an opportune time is like apples of gold on beds of silver.

12

Whoever reproves the wise and obedient ear is like an earring of gold with a shining pearl.

Proverbs 25:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 25:9 say?
Proverbs 25:9 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Argue your case with your friend, and do not reveal the secret to an outsider, ”
Where is Proverbs 25:9 in the Bible?
Proverbs 25:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 25, verse 9.
Who wrote Proverbs?
Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.
What is the book of Proverbs about?
Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.
What are the major themes of Proverbs?
Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 25:9.
What translation should I read Proverbs 25:9 in?
Proverbs 25:9 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Proverbs 25:9?
Proverbs 25:9 reads (CPDV): “Argue your case with your friend, and do not reveal the secret to an outsider, ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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