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Ecclesiastes 10:13 Β· KJV

"The beginning of the words of his mouth is foolishness: and the end of his talk is mischievous madness."

King James Version

What does Ecclesiastes 10:13 mean? β†’

Passage Context

11Surely the serpent will bite without enchantment; and a babbler is no better.
12The words of a wise man's mouth are gracious; but the lips of a fool will swallow up himself.
13The beginning of the words of his mouth is foolishness: and the end of his talk is mischievous madness.
14A fool also is full of words: a man cannot tell what shall be; and what shall be after him, who can tell him?
15The labour of the foolish wearieth every one of them, because he knoweth not how to go to the city.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you discern between wise and foolish speech?

2

What does it mean for you to avoid foolishness in conversation?

3

When have you experienced the consequences of careless words?

Life Application

communication

Be intentional about the words you choose in conversations.

discernment

Cultivate a habit of listening before speaking to ensure clarity.

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