Proverbs 18:6

A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 18:6

BSB
A fool's lips bring him strife, and his mouth invites a beating.
AKJV
A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calls for strokes.
CPDV
The lips of the foolish meddle in disputes. And his mouth provokes conflicts.
ERV
A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for stripes.
NHEB
A fool's lips come into strife, and his mouth invites beatings.
SMT
The lips of the foolish one will come into contention, and his mouth will call for blows.

Commentary for Proverbs 18:6

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 18:6
Summary
Foolish speech provokes retaliation
Event
Result of foolish speech
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom