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What does Proverbs 18:1 mean?

"An unfriendly man pursues selfishness, and defies all sound judgment."

— Proverbs 18:1 (World English Bible)

Surrounding context

1

An unfriendly man pursues selfishness, and defies all sound judgment.

2

A fool has no delight in understanding, but only in revealing his own opinion.

3

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

4

The words of a man’s mouth are like deep waters. The fountain of wisdom is like a flowing brook.

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