Proverbs 27:21-23

Holman Christian Standard Bible

²¹ A crucible for silver, and a smelter for gold,
and a man for the words of his praise.^[a](A)

²² Though you grind a fool
in a mortar with a pestle along with grain,
you will not separate his foolishness from him.^(B)

²³ Know well the condition of your flock,^(C)
and pay attention to your herds,