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18 He who stays away from others cares only about himself. He argues against all good wisdom.

A fool does not find joy in understanding, but only in letting his own mind be known.

When a sinful man comes, hate comes also, and where there is no honor, there is shame.

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

Fools find no pleasure in understanding
    but delight in airing their own opinions.(A)

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

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