💡WEB · Proverbs 29:9
What does Proverbs 29:9 mean?
"If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace."
— Proverbs 29:9 (World English Bible)
Surrounding context
An evil man is snared by his sin, but the righteous can sing and be glad.
The righteous care about justice for the poor. The wicked aren’t concerned about knowledge.
Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.
If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.
The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; and they seek the life of the upright.
A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.
If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.
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