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Proverbs 18:1-8
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Proverbs 18:1-8
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1
He who keeps himself separate for his private purpose goes against all good sense.
2
A foolish man has no pleasure in good sense, but only to let what is in his heart come to light.
3
When the evil-doer comes, a low opinion comes with him, and with the loss of honour comes shame.
4
The words of a man's mouth are like deep waters: the fountain of wisdom is like a flowing stream.
5
To have respect for the person of the evil-doer is not good, or to give a wrong decision against the upright.
6
A foolish man's lips are a cause of fighting, and his mouth makes him open to blows.
7
The mouth of a foolish man is his destruction, and his lips are a net for his soul.
8
The words of one who says evil of his neighbour secretly are like sweet food, and go down into the inner parts of the stomach.
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