A fool does not delight in understanding,
But (A)in revealing his own [a]mind.

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  1. Proverbs 18:2 Lit heart

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

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  1. Proverbs 18:2 Lit to uncover his heart

A fool’s lips [a]bring strife,
And his mouth invites (A)beatings.
A (B)fool’s mouth is his ruin,
And his lips are the snare of his soul.

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  1. Proverbs 18:6 Lit come with

A fool’s lips lead to strife,
and his mouth provokes a beating.(A)

A fool’s mouth is his devastation,
and his lips are a trap for his life.(B)

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13 One who (A)gives an answer before he hears,
It is foolishness and shame to him.

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13 The one who gives an answer before he listens—
this is foolishness and disgrace for him.(A)

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