Proverbs 18:6
A fool's lips bring him conflict 1 and his mouth invites a beating. 1
Unlocked Literal 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 person, 1 nor to deny justice to the righteous person. 1
7A fool's mouth is his ruin 1 and he ensnares himself with his lips. 1
Cross References
Proverbs 12:16A fool shows his anger at once, 1 but one who ignores an insult is prudent. 1
Proverbs 14:3From the mouth of a fool comes an offshoot of his pride, 1 but the lips of the wise will preserve them. 1
Proverbs 16:27A worthless person digs up mischief 1 and his speech is like a scorching fire. 1
Proverbs 17:14The beginning of conflict is like one who releases water everywhere, 1 so walk away from the dispute before it has broken out. 1
Proverbs 19:29Condemnation is ready for mockers 1 and flogging for the backs of fools.
Proverbs 22:24Do not make a friend of someone who is ruled by anger 1 and you must not go with one who rages, 1
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 →