Proverbs 18:2

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²A fool takes no pleasure in understanding,
but only in expressing personal opinion.^(A)

Proverbs 18:2

English Standard Version

²A fool takes no pleasure in understanding,
but only ^(A)in expressing his opinion.

⁶A fool’s lips bring strife,
and a fool’s mouth invites a flogging.
⁷The mouths of fools are their ruin,
and their lips a snare to themselves.^(A)

⁶A fool's lips walk into a fight,
and his mouth invites ^(A)a beating.
⁷^(B)A fool's mouth is his ruin,
and his lips are a snare to his soul.

¹³If one gives answer before hearing,
it is folly and shame.^(A)

¹³If one gives an answer ^(A)before he hears,
it is his folly and shame.

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