The book of Proverbs has a long list of verses that cover the dangers of gossip and the potential hurt that results from it. “A man who lacks judgment derides his neighbor, but a man of understanding holds his tongue. A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy man keeps a secret” (Proverbs 11:12-13).
Kitabu cha Mithali kina orodha ndefu ya aya ambazo husungumzia hatari ya uvumi na uumivu matokeo yake huleta. "Asiye na akili humdharau mwenziwe, bali mtu aliye na ufahamu hunyamaza. Mwenye kitango akisingizia hufunua siri, bali mwenye roho ya uaminifu husitiri mambo" (Mithali 11: 12-13).