Proverbs 26:6

New King James Version

He who sends a message by the hand of a fool Cuts off his own feet and drinks violence.

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Like the cold of snow in time of harvest Is a faithful messenger to those who send him, For he refreshes the soul of his masters.

As vinegar to the teeth and smoke to the eyes, So is the lazy man to those who send him.

A wicked messenger falls into trouble, But a faithful ambassador brings health.

But the men who had gone up with him said, “We are not able to go up against the people, for they are stronger than we.”

Answer a fool according to his folly, Lest he be wise in his own eyes.

Like the legs of the lame that hang limp Is a proverb in the mouth of fools.