Bible Verse of the Day

Friday, December 19, 2025

Proverbs 18:2 NIV

A fool finds no pleasure in understanding but delights in airing his own opinions.

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Daily Verse Reflection

Commentary on Proverbs 18:2

(Read Proverbs 18:2)

Those make nothing to purpose, of learning or religion, whose only design is to have something to make a show with.



Proverbs 18:2 In-Context

1 An unfriendly person pursues selfish ends and against all sound judgment starts quarrels.

2 Fools find no pleasure in understanding but delight in airing their own opinions.

3 When wickedness comes, so does contempt, and with shame comes reproach.

4 The words of the mouth are deep waters, but the fountain of wisdom is a rushing stream.

5 It is not good to be partial to the wicked and so deprive the innocent of justice.



Interpretations of Today's Verse

The Bible has been interpreted in various ways to ensure its message reaches people from different languages, cultures, and perspectives. These interpretations offer unique insights into the meaning of the scripture.

King James Version

A fool hath no delight in understanding, but that his heart may discover itself.

English Standard Version

A fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing his opinion.

The Message

Fools care nothing for thoughtful discourse; all they do is run off at the mouth.

New King James Version

A fool has no delight in understanding, But in expressing his own heart.

New Living Translation

Fools have no interest in understanding; they only want to air their own opinions.

This Week's Daily Bible Verses

Thursday, December 18

Hebrews 13:5

Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you."

Read all of Hebrews 13 NIV

Wednesday, December 17

Proverbs 18:21

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

Read all of Proverbs 18 NIV

Tuesday, December 16

Luke 18:27

Jesus replied, "What is impossible with men is possible with God."

Read all of Luke 18 NIV

Monday, December 15

Amos 5:24

Let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream!

Read all of Amos 5 NIV

Sunday, December 14

Proverbs 16:25

There is a way that seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.

Read all of Proverbs 16 NIV

Saturday, December 13

1 Timothy 6:11

But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness.

Read all of 1 Timothy 6 NIV

Friday, December 12

Psalm 119:9

How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word.

Read all of Psalm 119 NIV

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