Proverbs 18 - NKJV & NLT

A fool has no delight in understanding, But in expressing his own heart. Proverbs 18:2

A fool has no delight in understanding, But in expressing his own heart. Proverbs 18:2	Fools have no interest in understanding; they only want to air their own opinions. speaking wisdom selfishness
A fool’s lips enter into contention, And his mouth calls for blows. Proverbs 18:6	Fools’ words get them into constant quarrels; they are asking for a beating. speaking wisdom

The words of a talebearer are like tasty trifles, And they go down into the inmost body. Proverbs 18:8	Rumors are dainty morsels that sink deep into one’s heart. gossip speaking
The name of the Lord is a strong tower; The righteous run to it and are safe. Proverbs 18:10	The name of the Lord is a strong fortress; the godly run to him and are safe. God safety protection
The rich man’s wealth is his strong city, And like a high wall in his own esteem. Proverbs 18:11	The rich think of their wealth as a strong defense; they imagine it to be a high wall of safety. money materialism
Before destruction the heart of a man is haughty, And before honor is humility. Proverbs 18:12	Haughtiness goes before destruction; humility precedes honor. humility pride
A man’s gift makes room for him, And brings him before great men. Proverbs 18:16	Giving a gift can open doors; it gives access to important people! reward giving
Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eat its fruit. Proverbs 18:21	The tongue can bring death or life; those who love to talk will reap the consequences. speaking blessing self-control
He who finds a wife finds a good thing, And obtains favor from the Lord. Proverbs 18:22	The man who finds a wife finds a treasure, and he receives favor from the Lord. blessing marriage seeking
A man who has friends must himself be friendly, But there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. Proverbs 18:24	There are “friends” who destroy each other, but a real friend sticks closer than a brother. friendship family