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

⁶ A fool’s lips lead to strife,
and his mouth provokes a beating.^(A)

³ A whip for the horse, a bridle for the donkey,^(A)
and a rod for the backs of fools.^(B)