^21 (A)Death and life are in the power of the tongue,
And those who love it will eat its fruit.

^19 (A)He who goes about as a talebearer reveals secrets;
Therefore do not associate with one ^(B)who flatters with his lips.

²⁸ A lying tongue hates those who are crushed by it,
And a flattering mouth works ^(A)ruin.