'Gossip' had godly origins. Here's how it gained its sinful reputation - Peer2Peer

'Gossip' had godly origins. Here's how it gained its sinful reputation

Jul 16, 2026

We've all engaged in a little 'gossip.' But did you know its origins were tied to family and friendship?(Image credit: Fox Photos/Getty Images)

https://www.npr.org/2026/07/16/nx-s1-5884780/gossip-word-origins-etymology

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