Proverbs 18:1-6

1 One who isolates himself pursues [selfish] desires; he rebels against all sound judgment.

2 A fool does not delight in understanding, but only wants to show off his opinions.^[a]

3 When a wicked man comes, shame does also, and along with dishonor, disgrace.

4 The words of a man's mouth are deep waters,^[b] a flowing river, a fountain of wisdom.

5 It is not good to show partiality to the guilty by perverting the justice due the innocent.^[c]

6 A fool's lips lead to strife, and his mouth provokes a beating.

Footnotes

• [a]. Lit to uncover his heart
• [b]. Pr 20:5
• [c]. Pr 24:23-24; Lv 19:15; Dt 24:17; Ps 15:5