An honest witness does not deceive,
but a dishonest witness utters lies.(A)

A mocker seeks wisdom and doesn’t find it,
but knowledge comes easily to the perceptive.

Stay away from a foolish man;
you will gain no knowledge from his speech.(B)

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An honest witness does not deceive,
    but a false witness pours out lies.(A)

The mocker seeks wisdom and finds none,
    but knowledge comes easily to the discerning.(B)

Stay away from a fool,
    for you will not find knowledge on their lips.

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