Proverbs 29:9

If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest.

King James Version
View Chapter

Other Translations for Proverbs 29:9

BSB
If a wise man goes to court with a fool, there will be raving and laughing with no resolution.
AKJV
If a wise man contends with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest.
CPDV
A wise man, if he were to contend with the foolish, whether in anger or in laughter, would find no rest.
ERV
If a wise man hath a controversy with a foolish man, whether he be angry or laugh, there will be no rest.
NHEB
If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.
SMT
A wise man contending with a foolish man and raging and laughing, and no rest.

Commentary for Proverbs 29:9

Please note: this is not Scripture

These study resources are provided for informational purposes only. They reflect human interpretation, are subject to human error, and should not be considered divinely inspired or authoritative.

Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 29:9
Summary
Debate between fool and sage yields no resolution
Event
Wise contending with foolish person
Estimated Time Period
c. 950-700 BC
Category
Wisdom