Speak not in the ears of a fool: for he will despise the wisdom of thy words.
What does Proverbs 23:9 mean?
It is our duty to take all fit occasions to speak of Divine things; but if what a wise man says will not be heard, let him hold his peace.
Key themes
Anxiety and fearWisdomJustice and mercyPeaceFear of the Lord
Read with
Keep this verse inside Proverbs 23:6-9 and alongside a few nearby related passages.