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Proverbs 29:9

World English Bible

If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man,
the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.

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Proverbs 29:9 in other translations

If a wise man hath a controversy with a foolish man, Whether he be angry or laugh, there will be no rest.

Proverbs 29:9 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 29:9 in context

  1. 7The righteous care about justice for the poor.
    The wicked aren’t concerned about knowledge.
  2. 8Mockers stir up a city,
    but wise men turn away anger.
  3. 9If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man,
    the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.
  4. 10The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity;
    and they seek the life of the upright.
  5. 11A fool vents all of his anger,
    but a wise man brings himself under control.