Proverbs 18:6
A fool’s lips come into strife, and his mouth invites beatings.
World English Bible British
In The King James Version
A fool’s lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes.
In Context
5To be partial to the faces of the wicked is not good, nor to deprive the innocent of justice.
7A fool’s mouth is his destruction, and his lips are a snare to his soul.
Cross References
Proverbs 12:16A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
Proverbs 14:3The fool’s talk brings a rod to his back, but the lips of the wise protect them.
Proverbs 16:27A worthless man devises mischief. His speech is like a scorching fire.
Proverbs 17:14The beginning of strife is like breaching a dam, therefore stop contention before quarrelling breaks out.
Proverbs 19:29Penalties are prepared for scoffers, and beatings for the backs of fools.
Proverbs 22:24Don’t befriend a hot-tempered man. Don’t associate with one who harbours anger,
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 →