Proverbs 18
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1Whoever isolates himself pursues selfish ends; he resists all sound advice.1Whoever isolates himself pursues selfish ends; he resists all sound advice.
2A fool finds no satisfaction in trying to understand, for he would rather express his own opinion.2A fool finds no satisfaction in trying to understand, for he would rather express his own opinion.
3When an evil person comes, contempt also comes, along with dishonor and disgrace.3When an evil person comes, contempt also comes, along with dishonor and disgrace.
4The words a man says are as deep waters— a fountain of wisdom is an overflowing stream.4The words a man says are as deep waters— a fountain of wisdom is an overflowing stream.
5It's not good to be partial towards an evil person, thereby depriving the righteous of justice.5It's not good to be partial towards an evil person, thereby depriving the righteous of justice.
6A fool's words bring strife, and his mouth invites fighting.6A fool's words bring strife, and his mouth invites fighting.
7A fool's mouth is his unraveling, and his lips entrap himself.7A fool's mouth is his unraveling, and his lips entrap himself.
8The words of a gossip are like choice morsels as they descend to the innermost parts of the body.8The words of a gossip are like choice morsels as they descend to the innermost parts of the body.
9Whoever is lazy regarding his work is also a brother to the master of destruction.9Whoever is lazy regarding his work is also a brother to the master of destruction.
10The name of the LORD is a strong tower; a righteous person rushes to it and is lifted up above the danger. 10The name of the LORD is a strong tower; a righteous person rushes to it and is lifted up above the danger.
11The wealth of a rich person is his fortified city; in his own imagination, it is like a high wall.11The wealth of a rich person is his fortified city; in his own imagination, it is like a high wall.
12Before a man's downfall, his mind is arrogant, but humility precedes honor.12Before a man's downfall, his mind is arrogant, but humility precedes honor.
13Whoever answers before listening is both foolish and shameful.13Whoever answers before listening is both foolish and shameful.
14A man's spirit can sustain him during his illness, but who can bear a crushed spirit?14A man's spirit can sustain him during his illness, but who can bear a crushed spirit?
15The mind of a discerning person gains knowledge, while the ears of wise people seek out knowledge.15The mind of a discerning person gains knowledge, while the ears of wise people seek out knowledge.
16A person's gift opens doors for him, bringing him access to important people.16A person's gift opens doors for him, bringing him access to important people.
17The first to put forth his case seems right, until someone else steps forward and cross-examines him.17The first to put forth his case seems right, until someone else steps forward and cross-examines him.
18Casting dice settles a dispute, deciding between strong contenders.18Casting dice settles a dispute, deciding between strong contenders.
19An offended brother is more unyielding than a fortified city, and his disputes are like the bars of a fortress.19An offended brother is more unyielding than a fortified city, and his disputes are like the bars of a fortress.
20The positive words that a man speaks fill his stomach; he will be satisfied with what his lips produce.20The positive words that a man speaks fill his stomach; he will be satisfied with what his lips produce.
21The power of the tongue is life and death— those who love to talk will eat what it produces.21The power of the tongue is life and death— those who love to talk will eat what it produces.
22Whoever finds a wife finds what is good, and receives favor from the LORD.22Whoever finds a wife finds what is good, and receives favor from the LORD.
23The poor person pleads for mercy, but the wealthy man responds harshly.23The poor person pleads for mercy, but the wealthy man responds harshly.
24A man with many friends can still be ruined, but a true friend sticks closer than a brother.24A man with many friends can still be ruined, but a true friend sticks closer than a brother.
The Holy Bible: International Standard Version® Release 2.1 Copyright © 1996-2012 The ISV Foundation
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The Holy Bible: International Standard Version® Release 2.1 Copyright © 1996-2012 The ISV Foundation
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