“Fools have no interest in understanding; they only want to air their own opinions. Fools’ words get them into constant quarrels; they are asking for a beating. The mouths of fools are their ruin; they trap themselves with their lips. Haughtiness goes before destruction; humility precedes honor. Spouting off before listening to the facts is both shameful and foolish. Intelligent people are always ready to learn. Their ears are open for knowledge. The first to speak in court sounds right— until the cross-examination begins. The tongue can bring death or life; those who love to talk will reap the consequences.” Proverbs 18:2, 6-7, 12-13, 15, 17, 21 NLT #onemouthtwoears #listenandlearn #proverbs1822 #proverbs18