Proverbs 18:6-8
Common English Bible
6 The lips of fools make accusations;
their mouths elicit beatings.
7 The mouth of fools is their ruin;
their lips are a trap for their lives.
8 The words of gossips are like choice snacks;
they go down to the inmost parts.
Proverbs 18:6-8
New International Version
6 The lips of fools bring them strife,
and their mouths invite a beating.(A)
8 The words of a gossip are like choice morsels;
they go down to the inmost parts.(D)
Proverbs 18:13
Common English Bible
13 Those who answer before they listen
are foolish and disgraceful.
Proverbs 18:13
New International Version
13 To answer before listening—
that is folly and shame.(A)
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