Proverbs 18:2

English Standard Version 2016

A fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing his opinion.

Cross References

Proverbs 1:7

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.

Proverbs 12:23

A prudent man conceals knowledge, but the heart of fools proclaims folly.

Proverbs 17:16

Why should a fool have money in his hand to buy wisdom when he has no sense?

Proverbs 13:16

Every prudent man acts with knowledge, but a fool flaunts his folly.

1 Corinthians 8:1

Now concerning food offered to idols: we know that “all of us possess knowledge.” This “knowledge” puffs up, but love builds up.

Ecclesiastes 10:3

Even when the fool walks on the road, he lacks sense, and he says to everyone that he is a fool.

Philippians 1:15

Some indeed preach Christ from envy and rivalry, but others from good will.

1 Corinthians 14:12

So with yourselves, since you are eager for manifestations of the Spirit, strive to excel in building up the church.

Matthew 8:34

And behold, all the city came out to meet Jesus, and when they saw him, they begged him to leave their region.

Proverbs 1:22

“How long, O simple ones, will you love being simple? How long will scoffers delight in their scoffing and fools hate knowledge?

Proverbs 18:3

When wickedness comes, contempt comes also, and with dishonor comes disgrace.