Proverbs 26:8-12

Like one who binds a stone in a sling, So is one who gives honor to a fool.

Like a thorn that sticks in the hand of a heavy drinker, So is a proverb in the mouths of fools.

Like an archer who wounds everyone, So is one who hires a fool or hires those who pass by.

Like a dog that returns to its vomit, So is a fool who repeats his foolishness.

Do you see a person wise in his own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for him.