Pro Proverbs, chapter Proverbs of Solomon, chapter 18
Selfish people only please themselves, they attack anything that makes good sense.
Stupid people have no interest in trying to understand, they only want to express their opinions.
With wickedness comes contempt; with dishonor comes disgrace.
People's words can be profound like deep waters, a gushing stream that is the source of wisdom.Pro 20:5
It's not right to show favoritism to the guilty and rob the innocent of justice.Lev 19:15; Deu 1:17; Pro 24:23
What stupid people say gets them into fights, as if they're asking for a beating.
Stupid people are caught out by what they say; their own words trap them.Pro 10:14; Pro 12:13
Listening to gossip is like gulping down bites of your favorite food—they go deep down inside you.
Laziness and destruction are brothers.
The Lord is a protective tower that good people can run to and be safe.Psa 20:1; Pro 14:26
Rich people see their wealth as a fortified town—it's like a high wall in their imagination.Pro 10:15
Pride leads to destruction; humility goes before honor.Pro 16:18
Replying before hearing is stupidity and shame.
With a brave spirit you can put up with sickness, but if it's crushed, you can't bear it.
An intelligent mind acquires knowledge; the wise are ready to hear knowledge.
A gift opens doors for you, and gets you into the presence of important people.Pro 17:8; Mat 2:11
The first person to plead a case sounds right until someone comes to cross-examine them.
Casting lots can end disputes and decide between powerful people.
A brother you've offended is harder to win back than a fortified town.18:19. The meaning of the Hebrew is unclear. Arguments keep people apart like bars on the doors of a fortress.
Make sure you're satisfied with what you say—you have to live with your words.18:20. Many different interpretations have been given for the meaning of this verse.Pro 14:14; Isa 3:10
What you say has the power to bring life or to kill; those who love talking will have to deal with the consequences.Pro 13:3; Jas 3:8
If you find a wife, that's great, and you'll be blessed by the Lord.Pro 19:14
The poor beg for mercy, but the rich reply harshly.
Some friends give up18:24. “Give up”: literally, “come to ruin.” on you, but there's a friend who stays closer to you than a brother.Pro 17:17