4 Do not answer a fool according to his folly, Lest you also become like him.
5 Answer a fool according to his folly, Lest he become wise in his own eyes.
6 He who sends a message by the hand of a fool Cuts off feet, drinks damage.
7 The legs of the lame hang limp So is a proverb in the mouth of fools.
8 Like one binding a stone in a sling, So is he who gives esteem to a fool.
9 A thorn goes into the hand of a drunkard So is a proverb in the mouth of fools.
10 An archer who wounds anyone, Is he who hires a fool or any passer-by.