The proud speech of a fool brings a rod of discipline,[a]
but the lips of the wise protect them.(A)

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  1. 14:3 Some emend to In the mouth of a fool is a rod for his back

The talk of fools is a rod for their backs,[a]
    but the lips of the wise preserve them.(A)

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  1. 14.3 Cn: Heb a rod of pride