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Proverbs 18:6-19 New Living Translation (NLT)

6. Fools’ words get them into constant quarrels;they are asking for a beating.

7. The mouths of fools are their ruin;they trap themselves with their lips.

8. Rumors are dainty morselsthat sink deep into one’s heart.

9. A lazy person is as bad assomeone who destroys things.

10. The name of the lord is a strong fortress;the godly run to him and are safe.

11. The rich think of their wealth as a strong defense;they imagine it to be a high wall of safety.

12. Haughtiness goes before destruction;humility precedes honor.

13. Spouting off before listening to the factsis both shameful and foolish.

14. The human spirit can endure a sick body,but who can bear a crushed spirit?

15. Intelligent people are always ready to learn.Their ears are open for knowledge.

16. Giving a gift can open doors;it gives access to important people!

17. The first to speak in court sounds right—until the cross-examination begins.

18. Flipping a coin can end arguments;it settles disputes between powerful opponents.

19. An offended friend is harder to win back than a fortified city.Arguments separate friends like a gate locked with bars.

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