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Proverbs 18:2-4
Revised Standard Version
Proverbs 18:2-4
Revised Standard Version
2 A fool takes no pleasure in understanding,
but only in expressing his opinion.
3 When wickedness comes, contempt comes also;
and with dishonor comes disgrace.
4 The words of a man’s mouth are deep waters;
the fountain of wisdom is a gushing stream.
Proverbs 18:2-4
New International Version
Proverbs 18:2-4
New International Version
2 Fools find no pleasure in understanding
but delight in airing their own opinions.(A)
3 When wickedness comes, so does contempt,
and with shame comes reproach.
4 The words of the mouth are deep waters,(B)
but the fountain of wisdom is a rushing stream.
Proverbs 18:2-4
New King James Version
Proverbs 18:2-4
New King James Version
2 A fool has no delight in understanding,
But in expressing his (A)own heart.
3 When the wicked comes, contempt comes also;
And with dishonor comes reproach.
Revised Standard Version (RSV)
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New King James Version (NKJV) 
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