Verse Comparison: Proverbs 16:28
American Standard Version
A perverse man scattereth abroad strife; And a whisperer separateth chief friends.
Amplified® Bible
A perverse man sows strife, and a whisperer separates close friends.
Darby English Version
A false man soweth contention; and a talebearer separateth very friends.
King James Version
A froward man soweth strife: and a whisperer separateth chief friends.
Revised Standard Version
A perverse man spreads strife, and a whisperer separates close friends.
Young's Literal Translation
A froward man sendeth forth contention, A tale-bearer is separating a familiar friend.