Proverbs 18:6

Easy To Read Version

A foolish person causes himself trouble with the things he says. His words can start fights.

Cross References

Proverbs 27:3

A stone is heavy, and sand is hard to carry. But \{the trouble caused by\} an angry fool is much harder to bear.

Proverbs 29:9

If a wise person tries to settle a problem with a fool, then the fool will argue and say stupid things. And the two people will never agree.

Proverbs 25:24

It is better to live in a small corner of the attic {\cf2\super [34]} than to share the house with a woman that is always arguing.

Proverbs 20:3

Any fool can start an argument. So you should respect a person who refuses to argue.

Proverbs 19:19

A person with a short temper must pay the price. The more you get him out of trouble, the worse he becomes.

Proverbs 17:14

If you start an argument, it is like breaking a hole in a dam. So stop the argument before it becomes bigger and bigger.

Proverbs 14:16

A wise man respects the Lord and stays away from evil. But a foolish man does things without thinking—he is not careful.

Proverbs 14:3

A foolish person’s words cause him trouble. But the words of a wise person protect him.

Proverbs 13:10

People who think they are better than other people only cause trouble. But people who listen to the things other people tell them are wise.

Proverbs 12:16

A foolish person is easily upset. But a smart {\cf2\super [16]} person quickly forgives other people if they say something wrong.

Proverbs 22:10

If a person thinks he is better than other people, force him to leave. When that person leaves, trouble will leave with him. Then arguments and bragging will end.