Proverbs, Chapter 18:

Verses from Proverbs Chapter 18 of the book of Proverbs in the Bible.

• 1. The individual who seeks isolation is immersed in selfish interests and rebels against wisdom.
• 2. The fool's lack of pleasure in understanding is evident, for he prefers only to express his own thoughts.
• 3. Wickedness brings contempt, and dishonor brings shame.
• 4. The words of men are like deep waters, but the fountain of wisdom is a brook overflowing with water.
• 5. It is unjust to favor the wicked over the righteous, depriving them of receiving due justice.
• 6. Foolish words create conflicts, and your conversations attract negative consequences.
• 7. Foolish talk is a snare to a fool, bringing disaster to his soul.
• 8. The words of a slanderer are like delicious morsels, which penetrate to the depths of a person's soul.
• 9. He who neglects his work is compared to him who acts to destroy.
• 10. The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.
• 11. The wealth of the rich is like a fortified city, they consider it insurmountable like an impenetrable wall.
• 12. Before the fall, the heart of man is filled with pride, but humility comes before honor.
• 13. He who answers before listening is foolish and comes to shame.
• 14. The spirit of a man sustains him in sickness: but who can restore a crushed spirit?
• 15. The heart of the wise seeks knowledge, and their ears are always open to learning.
• 16. The gift opens the way for the one who offers it and leads him to the presence of the great.
• 17. He who presents his case first seems to be right, until another comes and contradicts him.
• 18. Casting lots settles disputes and decides issues between the powerful.
• 19. A brother who is offended is more unapproachable than a fortified city; disputes are like the locked gates of a citadel.
• 20. A man eats the fruit of his mouth; the fruit of his lips satisfies him.
• 21. The tongue has the power of life and death; those who use it will reap the fruits of their words.
• 22. To find a wife is to obtain something excellent; it is a blessing granted by the Lord.
• 23. The poor man begs for mercy, but the rich man answers harshly.
• 24. He who has many friends may meet with ruin, but there is a friend who is more loyal than a brother.