Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you will be like him
yourself.
Miscellaneous Proverb
yourself.
Miscellaneous Proverb
Related:
- Answer a fool according to his folly.
-- Old Testament
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Proverbs xxvi,... - Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he be wise in his own conceit.
Proverbs, 26... - A fool finds no pleasure in understanding but delights in airing his own
opinions.
Miscellaneous... - A fool gives full vent to his anger,
but a wise man keeps himself under control Miscellaneous... - A fool shows his annoyance at once, but a prudent man overlooks an
insult.
Miscellaneous... - As a dog returns to his vomit, so a fool returneth to his folly.
Seest thou a man wise in his own conceit? There is... - A fool finds pleasure in evil conduct, but a man of understanding
delights in wisdom.
Miscellaneous... - If A fool persists in his folly he shall become wise.
William... - Even a fool is thought wise if he keeps silent, and discerning if he
holds his tongue.
Miscellaneous...
