Proverbs 26:5

New Living Translation

Be sure to answer the foolish arguments of fools, or they will become wise in their own estimation.

Cross References

Proverbs 26:12

There is more hope for fools than for people who think they are wise.

Proverbs 26:4

Don’t answer the foolish arguments of fools, or you will become as foolish as they are.

Proverbs 26:6

Trusting a fool to convey a message is like cutting off one’s feet or drinking poison!

Proverbs 28:11

Rich people may think they are wise, but a poor person with discernment can see right through them.

Proverbs 3:7

Don’t be impressed with your own wisdom. Instead, fear the Lord and turn away from evil.

Isaiah 5:21

What sorrow for those who are wise in their own eyes and think themselves so clever.

John 8:7

They kept demanding an answer, so he stood up again and said, “All right, but let the one who has never sinned throw the first stone!”

Romans 11:25

I want you to understand this mystery, dear brothers and sisters, so that you will not feel proud about yourselves. Some of the people of Israel have hard hearts, but this will last only until the full number of Gentiles comes to Christ.

Romans 12:16

Live in harmony with each other. Don’t be too proud to enjoy the company of ordinary people. And don’t think you know it all!

Titus 1:13

This is true. So reprimand them sternly to make them strong in the faith.