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Proverbs 18:7
The mouth of a foolish man is his destruction, and his lips are a net for his soul.
Proverbs 18:7 · Bible in Basic English
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Proverbs 18:7 in other translations
A fool's mouth is his destruction, and his lips are the snare of his soul.
A fool’s mouth is his ruin, and his lips are a snare to his soul.
A fool’s mouth is his destruction, and his lips are a snare to his soul.
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In context
4 The words of a man's mouth are like deep waters: the fountain of wisdom is like a flowing stream.
5 To have respect for the person of the evil-doer is not good, or to give a wrong decision against the upright.
6 A foolish man's lips are a cause of fighting, and his mouth makes him open to blows.
7 The mouth of a foolish man is his destruction, and his lips are a net for his soul.
8 The words of one who says evil of his neighbour secretly are like sweet food, and go down into the inner parts of the stomach.
9 He who does not give his mind to his work is brother to him who makes destruction.
10 The name of the Lord is a strong tower: the upright man running into it is safe.
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