Proverbs 18:6
The lips of a fool enter into strife, And his mouth calleth for blows.
Noyes Bible
In The King James Version
A fool’s lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes.
In Context
5It is not good to be partial to the wicked, So as to overthrow the righteous in judgment.
7A fool's mouth is his destruction, And his lips are a snare for his life.
Cross References
Proverbs 12:16A fool's wrath is instantly known; But he that hideth insult is wise.
Proverbs 14:3In the mouth of the foolish pride is a scourge; But the lips of the wise preserve them.
Proverbs 16:27A worthless man diggeth mischief, And on his lips there is, as it were, a burning fire.
Proverbs 17:14The beginning of strife is as when one letteth out water; Therefore leave off contention before it rolleth onward.
Proverbs 19:29Punishments are prepared for scoffers, And stripes for the back of fools.
Proverbs 22:24Make no friendship with a passionate man, Nor be the companion of a man prone to wrath;
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 18:6
5 It is not good to accept the person of the wicked, to overthrow the righteous in judgment. This justly condemns those who, being employed in the administration of justice, pervert judgment, 1. By conniving at men's crimes, and protecting and countenancing them in oppression and violence, because of their dignity, or wealth, or some personal kindness they have for them. Whatever excuses men may make for it, certainly it is not good thus to accept the person of the wicked; it is an offence to God, an affront to… Read the whole commentary →