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Proverbs 18:1
For an object of desire he who is separated doth seek, With all wisdom he intermeddleth.
Proverbs 18:1 · Young's Literal Translation
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Proverbs 18:1 in other translations
Through desire a man, having separated himself, seeketh and intermeddleth with all wisdom.
He who isolates himself pursues selfish desires; he rebels against all sound judgment.
A man who isolates himself pursues selfishness, and defies all sound judgment.
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In context
1 For an object of desire he who is separated doth seek, With all wisdom he intermeddleth.
2 A fool delighteth not in understanding, But--in uncovering his heart.
3 With the coming of the wicked come also hath contempt, And with shame--reproach.
4 Deep waters are the words of a man's mouth, The fountain of wisdom is a flowing brook.
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