Proverbs 26:7

Easy To Read Version

When a fool tries to say something wise, it is like a crippled person trying to walk.

Cross References

Psalm 64:8

Evil people plan to do bad things\par to other people.\par But God can \{ruin their plans,\}\par and make those bad things\par happen to them.\par Then everyone that sees them\par will shake their heads in amazement.\par

Proverbs 17:7

It is not wise for a fool to speak too much. In the same way, it is not wise for a ruler to tell lies.

Proverbs 26:6

Never let a fool carry your message. If you do, it will be like cutting off your own feet. You are asking for trouble.

Proverbs 26:8

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Proverbs 26:9

When a fool tries to say something wise, it is the same as a drunk person trying to pick a thorn out of his hand.

Luke 4:23

Jesus said to them, “I know that you will tell me the old saying: ‘Doctor, heal yourself.’ You want to say, ‘We heard about some things that you did in Capernaum. Do those same things here in your own home town!’”