Proverbs 18:4-12 English Standard Version (ESV)

4. The words of a man’s mouth are deep waters;the fountain of wisdom is a bubbling brook.

5. It is not good to be partial to the wickedor to deprive the righteous of justice.

6. A fool’s lips walk into a fight,and his mouth invites a beating.

7. A fool’s mouth is his ruin,and his lips are a snare to his soul.

8. The words of a whisperer are like delicious morsels;they go down into the inner parts of the body.

9. Whoever is slack in his workis a brother to him who destroys.

10. The name of the Lord is a strong tower;the righteous man runs into it and is safe.

11. A rich man’s wealth is his strong city,and like a high wall in his imagination.

12. Before destruction a man’s heart is haughty,but humility comes before honor.

Proverbs 18