New International Reader's Version

Proverbs 26:6-8 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

6. Sending a message in the hand of a foolish person is like cutting off your feet or drinking something harmful.

7. A proverb in the mouth of a foolish person is like disabled legs that are useless.

8. Giving honor to a foolish person is like tying a stone in a slingshot.