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Proverbs 18:7

A fool’s mouth is his destruction, and his lips are a snare to his soul.

Proverbs 18:7 · World English Bible

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Proverbs 18:7 in other translations

KJV King James Version

A fool's mouth is his destruction, and his lips are the snare of his soul.

BSB Berean Standard Bible

A fool’s mouth is his ruin, and his lips are a snare to his soul.

NHEB New Heart English Bible

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 brook.

5 To be partial to the faces of the wicked is not good, nor to deprive the innocent of justice.

6 A fool’s lips come into strife, and his mouth invites beatings.

7 A fool’s mouth is his destruction, and his lips are a snare to his soul.

8 The words of a gossip are like dainty morsels: they go down into a person’s innermost parts.

9 One who is slack in his work is brother to him who is a master of destruction.

10 The LORD’s name is a strong tower: the righteous run to him, and are safe.

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