Proverbs 18:1
181 An unfriendly person pursues selfish ends and against all sound judgment starts quarrels.
Other Translations of Proverbs 18:1
King James Version
181 Through desire a man, having separated himself, seeketh and intermeddleth with all wisdom.
English Standard Version
181 Whoever isolates himself seeks his own desire; he breaks out against all sound judgment.
The Message
181 Loners who care only for themselves spit on the common good.
New King James Version
181 A man who isolates himself seeks his own desire; He rages against all wise judgment.
New Living Translation
181 Unfriendly people care only about themselves; they lash out at common sense.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 18:1
Commentary on Proverbs 18:1
(Read Proverbs 18:1)
If we would get knowledge and grace, we must try all methods of improving ourselves.