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Proverbs 26:7-9
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7 A fool trying to say something wise is like a crippled person trying to walk.

8 Showing honor to a fool is as bad as tying a rock in a sling.

9 A fool trying to say something wise is like a drunk trying to pick a thorn out of his hand.

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Proverbs 26:7-9
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7 Like the useless legs of one who is lame
    is a proverb in the mouth of a fool.(A)
8 Like tying a stone in a sling
    is the giving of honor to a fool.(B)
9 Like a thornbush in a drunkard’s hand
    is a proverb in the mouth of a fool.(C)

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