Proverbs 26:9

As a thorn goeth up into the hand of a drunkard, so is a parable in the mouth of fools.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 26:9

BSB
Like a thorn that falls into the hand of a drunkard is a proverb in the mouth of a fool.
AKJV
As a thorn goes up into the hand of a drunkard, so is a parable in the mouths of fools.
CPDV
In the manner of a thorn, if it were to spring up from the hand of a drunkard, so also is a parable in the mouth of the foolish.
ERV
As a thorn that goeth up into the hand of a drunkard, so is a parable in the month of fools.
NHEB
Like a thornbush that goes into the hand of a drunkard, so is a parable in the mouth of fools.
SMT
A thorn going up into the hand of a drunkard, a parable in the mouth of the foolish.

Commentary for Proverbs 26:9

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 26:9
Summary
Fool's wisdom causes harm like thorns
Event
Comparing harmful instruction
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Wisdom