Proverbs 18:3-13

3 People hate it when evil comes. And they refuse to honor those who bring shame.

4 The words of a person's mouth are like deep water. But the fountain of wisdom is like a flowing stream.

5 It isn't good to favor those who do wrong. And it isn't good to hold back what is fair from those who aren't guilty.

6 What a foolish person says leads to arguing. He is just asking for a beating.

7 The words of a foolish person drag him down. He is trapped by what he says.

8 The words of anyone who talks about others are like tasty bites of food. They go deep down inside you.

9 Anyone who doesn't want to work is like someone who destroys.

10 The name of the LORD is like a strong tower. Godly people run to it and are safe.

11 The wealth of rich people is like a city that makes them feel safe. They think of it as a city with walls that can't be climbed.

12 If a man's heart is proud, he will be destroyed. So don't be proud if you want to be honored.

13 To answer before listening is foolish and shameful.