Proverbs 26:9

New International Reader's Version

A proverb in the mouth of a foolish person is like a thorn in the hand of someone who is drunk.

Cross References

Proverbs 23:35

“They hit me,” you will say. “But I’m not hurt! They beat me. But I don’t feel it! When will I wake up so I can find another drink?”

Proverbs 26:10

Anyone who hires a foolish person or someone who is passing by is like a person who shoots arrows at just anybody.

Proverbs 26:8

Giving honor to a foolish person is like tying a stone in a slingshot.