Proverbs 26:9

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

A proverb in the mouth of a fool is like a stick with thorns, brandished by   the hand of a drunkard.

Cross References

Proverbs 23:35

‘They struck me, but   I feel no pain! They beat me, but I didn’t know it! When will I wake up? I’ll look for another drink.’

Proverbs 26:8

Giving honour to a fool is like binding a stone in a sling.

Proverbs 26:10

The one who hires a fool or who hires those passing by is like an archer who wounds everyone indiscriminately.