King James Version
What Does Proverbs 18:6 Mean?
“A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes.”
Context
4
The words of a man's mouth are as deep waters, and the wellspring of wisdom as a flowing brook.
5
It is not good to accept the person of the wicked, to overthrow the righteous in judgment.
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A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes.
7
A fool's mouth is his destruction, and his lips are the snare of his soul.
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The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly. talebearer: or, whisperer as wounds: or, like as when men are wounded most: Heb. chambers
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(6) **His** **mouth calleth for strokes, **which he provokes by his insolence and quarrelsomeness.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
Proverbs 18:6 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Cross-References
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