Verse 6

A fool's lips lead to strife, and his mouth invites a beating.

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Referenced Verses

  • Prov 12:16 : 16 Fools show their anger at once, but the prudent quietly overlook an insult.
  • Prov 13:10 : 10 Where there is pride, there is strife, but wisdom is found in those who take counsel.
  • Prov 14:3 : 3 The mouth of a fool brings a rod of pride, but the lips of the wise protect them.
  • Prov 14:16 : 16 The wise fear and turn away from evil, but fools are reckless and overconfident.
  • Prov 16:27-28 : 27 A worthless man plots evil, and his words are like a scorching fire. 28 A perverse person spreads conflict, and a gossip separates close friends.
  • Prov 17:14 : 14 Starting a quarrel is like letting out water; so stop the dispute before it breaks out.
  • Prov 19:19 : 19 A person with great anger must bear the penalty; if you rescue them, you will have to do it again.
  • Prov 19:29 : 29 Judgments are prepared for mockers, and beatings for the backs of fools.
  • Prov 20:3 : 3 It is honorable for a person to avoid strife, but every fool is quick to quarrel.
  • Prov 22:24-25 : 24 Do not make friends with a hot-tempered person, and do not associate with one easily angered. 25 Or you may learn their ways and set a trap for your soul.
  • Prov 25:24 : 24 Better to live on a corner of the roof than to share a house with a contentious wife.
  • Prov 27:3 : 3 A stone is heavy and sand is a burden, but a fool’s provocation is heavier than both.
  • Prov 29:9 : 9 When a wise man contends with a foolish man, whether he rages or laughs, there is no peace.