English Standard Version

Proverbs 18:7-14 English Standard Version (ESV)

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.

13. If one gives an answer before he hears,it is his folly and shame.

14. A man’s spirit will endure sickness,but a crushed spirit who can bear?