Proverbs 26:3-5

Lexham English Bible

³ A whip for the horse, a bridle for the donkey,
    and a rod for the back of fools.
⁴ Do not answer a fool according to his folly
    lest you become like him—even you.
⁵ Answer a fool according to his folly,
    or else he will be wise in his own eyes.