Proverbs 18:13

13 To answer before listening is foolish and shameful.

Proverbs 18:13 Meaning and Commentary

Proverbs 18:13

He that answereth a matter before he heareth [it]
Who is impatient, and cannot wait to hear it out, but breaks in upon the speaker before he has finished what he has to say; or is rash and precipitate, and returns an answer at once, without weighing and considering, and thoroughly understanding, what is said: it [is] folly and shame unto him;
his answer must be a foolish one, and bring shame and confusion upon him; men should be "swift to hear", and "slow to speak", ( James 1:9 ) .

Proverbs 18:13 In-Context

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.

14 A man's cheerful heart gives him strength when he is sick. You can't keep going if you have a broken spirit.

15 Those whose hearts understand what is right get knowledge. The ears of those who are wise listen for it.