Proverbs 18:2

A fool hath no delight in understanding, but that his heart may discover itself.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 18:2

BSB
A fool does not delight in understanding, but only in airing his opinions.
AKJV
A fool has no delight in understanding, but that his heart may discover itself.
CPDV
The foolish do not accept words of prudence, unless you say what is already turning in his heart.
ERV
A fool hath no delight in understanding, but only that his heart may reveal itself.
NHEB
A fool has no delight in understanding, but only in revealing his own opinion.
SMT
The foolish one will not delight in understanding, but in, the disclosings of his heart.

Commentary for Proverbs 18:2

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 18:2
Summary
Foolish person seeks self-exposure over learning
Event
Description of foolish priorities
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom