Wiser is the slothful in his own eyes, Than seven men returning a reason.
The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, And whoso is hearkening to counsel is wise.
Thou hast seen a man wise in his own eyes, More hope of a fool than of him!
Be wise, my son, and rejoice my heart. And I return my reproacher a word.
Go unto the ant, O slothful one, See her ways and be wise;
and the Lord God sanctify in your hearts. And be ready always for defence to every one who is asking of you an account concerning the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear;