Proverbs 18 - ESV & NKJV

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 has no delight in understanding, But in expressing his own heart. speaking wisdom selfishness
A fool's lips walk into a fight, and his mouth invites a beating. Proverbs 18:6	A fool’s lips enter into contention, And his mouth calls for blows. 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 words of a talebearer are like tasty trifles, And they go down into the inmost body. 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 strong tower; The righteous run to it and are safe. God safety protection
A rich man's wealth is his strong city, and like a high wall in his imagination. Proverbs 18:11	The rich man’s wealth is his strong city, And like a high wall in his own esteem. money materialism
Before destruction a man's heart is haughty, but humility comes before honor. Proverbs 18:12	Before destruction the heart of a man is haughty, And before honor is humility. humility pride
A man's gift makes room for him and brings him before the great. Proverbs 18:16	A man’s gift makes room for him, And brings him before great men. reward giving
Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits. Proverbs 18:21	Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eat its fruit. speaking blessing self-control
He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord. Proverbs 18:22	He who finds a wife finds a good thing, And obtains 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	A man who has friends must himself be friendly, But there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. friendship family