Proverbs 18 - ESV & NCB

A fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing his opinion. Proverbs 18:2

A fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing his opinion. Proverbs 18:2	A fool takes no pleasure in understanding but only delights in expressing his own opinions. speaking wisdom selfishness
A fool's lips walk into a fight, and his mouth invites a beating. Proverbs 18:6	The lips of a fool cause strife, and his mouth provokes a flogging. speaking wisdom

The words of a whisperer are like delicious morsels; they go down into the inner parts of the body. Proverbs 18:8	The whispers of a gossiper are tasty morsels that corrode one’s inner being. gossip speaking
The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe. Proverbs 18:10	The name of the Lord is a tower of strength; the upright man runs to it and finds refuge. God safety protection
A rich man's wealth is his strong city, and like a high wall in his imagination. Proverbs 18:11	The wealth of a rich man is his stronghold; he regards it as a high wall that cannot be scaled. money materialism
Before destruction a man's heart is haughty, but humility comes before honor. Proverbs 18:12	A man is haughty until disaster overtakes him, but humility comes before honors. humility pride
A man's gift makes room for him and brings him before the great. Proverbs 18:16	A gift opens doors for the giver and wins him access to the powerful. reward giving
Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits. Proverbs 18:21	The tongue has the power over life and death; those who cherish it will enjoy its fruits. speaking blessing self-control
He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord. Proverbs 18:22	One who finds a wife finds happiness and receives favor from the Lord. blessing marriage seeking
A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. Proverbs 18:24	Some friends can lead us to ruin, but a true friend is closer than a brother. friendship family