Proverbs 26:7

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A fool trying to say something wise is like a crippled person trying to walk.

Cross References

Proverbs 26:9

A fool trying to say something wise is like a drunk trying to pick a thorn out of his hand.

Proverbs 17:7

You wouldn’t expect to hear a fine speech from a fool, and you shouldn’t expect lies from a ruler.

Psalm 64:8

He will use their own words against them, and they will be destroyed. Then everyone who sees them will shake their heads in amazement.

Luke 4:23

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

Proverbs 26:6

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

Proverbs 26:8

Showing honor to a fool is as bad as tying a rock in a sling.