² Like ^(A)a sparrow in its flitting, like a swallow in its flying,
    ^(B)a curse that is causeless does not alight.
^3 (C)A whip for the horse, a bridle for the donkey,
    and ^(D)a rod for the back of fools.
^4 (E)Answer not a fool according to his folly,
    lest you be like him yourself.

² Like ^(A)a sparrow in its flitting, like a swallow in its flying,
    ^(B)a curse that is causeless does not alight.
^3 (C)A whip for the horse, a bridle for the donkey,
    and ^(D)a rod for the back of fools.
^4 (E)Answer not a fool according to his folly,
    lest you be like him yourself.