13 Wisdom is found on the lips of the discerning,
but a rod is for the back of the one who lacks sense.(A)

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13 Wisdom is found on the lips of the discerning,(A)
    but a rod is for the back of one who has no sense.(B)

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A fool’s lips lead to strife,
and his mouth provokes a beating.(A)

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The lips of fools bring them strife,
    and their mouths invite a beating.(A)

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A whip for the horse, a bridle for the donkey,(A)
and a rod for the backs of fools.(B)

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A whip for the horse, a bridle for the donkey,(A)
    and a rod for the backs of fools!(B)

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