Proverbs 18:1-24 HCSB One who isolates himself pursues selfish desires; he rebels against all sound judgment. 2 A fool does not delight in understanding, but only wants to show off his opinions. 3 When a wicked man comes, shame does also, and along with dishonor, disgrace. 4 The words of a man's mouth are deep waters, a flowing river, a fountain of wisdom. 5 It is not good to show partiality to the guilty by perverting the justice due the innocent. 6 A fool's lips lead to strife, and his mouth provokes a beating. 7 A fool's mouth is his devastation, and his lips are a trap for his life. 8 A gossip's words are like choice food that goes down to one's innermost being. 9 The one who is truly lazy in his work is brother to a vandal. 10 The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are protected. 11 A rich man's wealth is his fortified city; in his imagination it is like a high wall. 12 Before his downfall a man's heart is proud, but before honor comes humility. 13 The one who gives an answer before he listens--this is foolishness and disgrace for him. 14 A man's spirit can endure sickness, but who can survive a broken spirit? 15 The mind of the discerning acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks it. 16 A gift opens doors for a man and brings him before the great. 17 The first to state his case seems right until another comes and cross-examines him. 18 Casting the lot ends quarrels and separates powerful opponents. 19 An offended brother is harder to reach than a fortified city, and quarrels are like the bars of a fortress. 20 From the fruit of his mouth a man's stomach is satisfied; he is filled with the product of his lips. 21 Life and death are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit. 22 A man who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the LORD. 23 The poor man pleads, but the rich one answers roughly. 24 A man with many friends may be harmed, but there is a friend who stays closer than a brother.

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