Proverbs 18:1
He who isolates himself pursues selfish desires; he rebels against all sound judgment.
Proverbs 18:2
A fool does not delight in understanding, but only in airing his opinions.
Proverbs 18:3
With a wicked man comes contempt as well, and shame is accompanied by disgrace.
Proverbs 18:4
The words of a man’s mouth are deep waters; the fountain of wisdom is a bubbling brook.
Proverbs 18:5
Showing partiality to the wicked is not good, nor is depriving the innocent of justice.
Proverbs 18:6
A fool’s lips bring him strife, and his mouth invites a beating.
Proverbs 18:7
A fool’s mouth is his ruin, and his lips are a snare to his soul.
Proverbs 18:8
The words of a gossip are like choice morsels that go down into the inmost being.
Proverbs 18:9
Whoever is slothful in his work is brother to him who destroys.
Proverbs 18:10
The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.
Proverbs 18:11
A rich man’s wealth is his fortified city; it is like a high wall in his imagination.
Proverbs 18:12
Before his downfall a man’s heart is proud, but humility comes before honor.
Proverbs 18:13
He who answers a matter before he hears it—this is folly and disgrace to him.
Proverbs 18:14
The spirit of a man can endure his sickness, but who can survive a broken spirit?
Proverbs 18:15
The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks it out.
Proverbs 18:16
A man’s gift opens doors for him, and brings him before great men.
Proverbs 18:17
The first to state his case seems right until another comes and cross-examines him.
Proverbs 18:18
Casting the lot ends quarrels and separates strong opponents.
Proverbs 18:19
An offended brother is harder to win than a fortified city, and disputes are like the bars of a castle.
Proverbs 18:20
From the fruit of his mouth a man’s belly is filled; with the harvest from his lips he is satisfied.
Proverbs 18:21
Life and death are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.
Proverbs 18:22
He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the LORD.
Proverbs 18:23
The poor man pleads for mercy, but the rich man answers harshly.
Proverbs 18:24
A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who stays closer than a brother.