Proverbs 18:6

God's Word

By talking, a fool gets into an argument, and his mouth invites a beating.

Cross References

Proverbs 12:16

When a stubborn fool is irritated, he shows it immediately, but a sensible person hides the insult.

Proverbs 13:10

Arrogance produces only quarreling, but those who take advice gain wisdom.

Proverbs 14:16

A wise person is cautious and turns away from evil, but a fool is careless and overconfident.

Proverbs 14:3

Because of a stubborn fool’s words a whip is lifted against him, but wise people are protected by their speech.

Proverbs 17:14

Starting a quarrel is ⌞like⌟ opening a floodgate, so stop before the argument gets out of control.

Proverbs 19:19

A person who has a hot temper will pay for it. If you rescue him, you will have to do it over and over.

Proverbs 19:29

Punishments are set for mockers and beatings for the backs of fools.

Proverbs 20:3

Avoiding a quarrel is honorable. After all, any stubborn fool can start a fight.

Proverbs 22:10

Drive out a mocker, and conflict will leave. Quarreling and abuse will stop.

Proverbs 25:24

Better to live on a corner of a roof than to share a home with a quarreling woman.

Proverbs 27:3

A stone is heavy, and sand weighs a lot, but annoyance caused by a stubborn fool is heavier than both.

Proverbs 29:9

When a wise person goes to court with a stubborn fool, he may rant and rave, but there is no peace and quiet.