181 He that separateth himself seeketh [his] pleasure, he is vehement against all sound wisdom.
2 A fool hath no delight in understanding, but only that his heart may reveal itself.
3 When the wicked cometh, there cometh also contempt, and with ignominy reproach.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 18:1-3
Commentary on Proverbs 18:1
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If we would get knowledge and grace, we must try all methods of improving ourselves.
Commentary on Proverbs 18:2
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Those make nothing to purpose, of learning or religion, whose only design is to have something to make a show with.
Commentary on Proverbs 18:3
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As soon as sin entered, shame followed.