Proverbs 18:4

The words of a man’s mouth are like deep waters. The fountain of wisdom is like a flowing brook.

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Before · Proverbs 18:2–3

2A fool has no delight in understanding, but only in revealing his own opinion. 3When wickedness comes, contempt also comes, and with shame comes disgrace.

4The words of a man’s mouth are like deep waters. The fountain of wisdom is like a flowing brook.

After · Proverbs 18:5–6

5To be partial to the faces of the wicked is not good, nor to deprive the innocent of justice. 6A fool’s lips come into strife, and his mouth invites beatings.

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