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    Proverbs 18 (KJV)

    Read Proverbs chapter 18 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible.

    Proverbs 18

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    Proverbs 18:21

    "Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that…"

    Proverbs 18:10

    "The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runnet…"

    Proverbs 18:10

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    Proverbs 18:24

    "A man that hath friends must shew himself friendly: and ther…"

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    Proverbs 18 Summary

    Proverbs 18 contains some of the most memorable individual proverbs. The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe. Death and life are in the power of the tongue.

    The chapter also warns about forming opinions before hearing the full story and teaches that the one who finds a wife finds a good thing and receives favor from the Lord.

    Key Themes

    Name of the Lord as towerPower of the tongueHearing both sidesMarriage as blessing

    Key Verses in Proverbs 18

    "The name of the LORD is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe."

    — Proverbs 18:10

    God's name—His character and reputation—is the ultimate refuge.

    "The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit."

    — Proverbs 18:21

    Your words literally shape the outcomes of your life and others'.

    "He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the LORD."

    — Proverbs 18:22

    Celebrates marriage as a gift from God and a sign of His favor.

    Life Application

    Your words carry the power of life and death. Choose them carefully. And when you need protection, run to the name of the Lord—it is an impregnable tower.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What does it mean that the tongue has power of life and death?

    Words can encourage, heal, and build up (life) or destroy, discourage, and tear down (death). This proverb urges us to use our speech constructively.

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