Proverbs 18 - NASB & ESV

A fool does not delight in understanding, But in revealing his own mind. Proverbs 18:2

A fool does not delight in understanding, But in revealing his own mind. Proverbs 18:2	A fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing his opinion. speaking wisdom selfishness
A fool’s lips bring strife, And his mouth invites beatings. Proverbs 18:6	A fool's lips walk into a fight, and his mouth invites a beating. speaking wisdom

The words of a gossiper are like dainty morsels, And they go down into the innermost parts of the body. Proverbs 18:8	The words of a whisperer are like delicious morsels; they go down into the inner parts of the body. gossip speaking
The name of the Lord is a strong tower; The righteous runs into it and is safe. Proverbs 18:10	The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe. God safety protection
A rich person’s wealth is his strong city, And like a high wall in his own imagination. Proverbs 18:11	A rich man's wealth is his strong city, and like a high wall in his imagination. money materialism
Before destruction the heart of a person is haughty, But humility goes before honor. Proverbs 18:12	Before destruction a man's heart is haughty, but humility comes before honor. humility pride
A person’s gift makes room for him And brings him before great people. Proverbs 18:16	A man's gift makes room for him and brings him before the great. reward giving
Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eat its fruit. Proverbs 18:21	Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits. 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 person of too many friends comes to ruin, But there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. Proverbs 18:24	A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. friendship family