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The Egotism of the Fool
All commentators agree that the fool's primary motivation is egotism. They do not seek knowledge for its own sake or for self-improvement. Instead, as Albert Barnes notes, their highest joy is self-assertion and talking about their own opinions. Their goal is not to understand, but to be seen and heard.
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Albert Barnes
On Proverbs 18:2
18th Century
Theologian
Another form of egotism. In “understanding,” that is, self-knowledge, the “fool” finds no pleasure; but self-assertion, talking about himself and h…
Charles Ellicott
On Proverbs 18:2
19th Century
Bishop
But that his heart may discover itself— i.e., unless his cleverness can be displayed by it; he does not value un…
John Gill
On Proverbs 18:2
17th Century
Pastor
A fool has no delight in understanding
In natural understanding, and in the improvement of his mind in it; he deligh…
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Matthew Henry
On Proverbs 18:2
17th Century
Minister
Those achieve nothing of true purpose in learning or religion whose only aim is to have something to show off with.