Proverbs 18:1
Whoever has a will to withdraw from a friend, seeks occasions; he shall be reproached at all times.
Catholic Public Domain Version
In The King James Version
Through desire a man, having separated himself, seeketh and intermeddleth with all wisdom.
In Context
2The foolish do not accept words of prudence, unless you say what is already turning in his heart.
Cross References
Exodus 33:16For how will we be able to know, I and your people, that we have found grace in your sight, unless you walk with us, so that we may be glorified out of all the people who live upon the earth?”
Proverbs 2:1My son, if you would accept my words, and conceal my commandments within you,
Proverbs 17:14Whoever releases the water is the head of the conflict. And just before he suffers contempt, he abandons judgment.
Proverbs 20:19Do not become involved with him who reveals mysteries, and who walks deceitfully, and who enlarges his lips.
Proverbs 26:17Just like one who takes hold of a dog by the ears, so also is he who crosses impatiently and meddles in the quarrels of another.
Jeremiah 15:17I did not sit in the company of mockers, nor did I glorify myself before the presence of your hand. I sat alone, because you filled me with threats.