Proverbs 18:6

A fooles lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes.
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan

A fool's lips bring strife, And his mouth calls for blows.
- New American Standard Version (1995)

A fool's lips enter into contention, And his mouth calleth for stripes.
- American Standard Version (1901)

A foolish man's lips are a cause of fighting, and his mouth makes him open to blows.
- Basic English Bible

A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for stripes.
- Darby Bible

A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes.
- Webster's Bible

A fool's lips come into strife, and his mouth invites beatings.
- World English Bible

The lips of a fool enter into strife, And his mouth for stripes calleth.
- Youngs Literal Bible

A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible

Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 18:6

18:4 A man's - A wise man's. As a brook - That wisdom which is in his heart is continually pouring forth wise and good counsels.

18:8 They go - They wound mortally.