³ The proud speech of a fool brings a rod of discipline,^[a]
but the lips of the wise protect them.^(A)

⁸ The sensible man’s wisdom is to consider his way,
but the stupidity of fools deceives them.

¹⁵ The inexperienced one believes anything,^(A)
but the sensible one watches^[a] his steps.

¹⁶ A wise man is cautious and turns from evil,^(B)
but a fool is easily angered and is careless.^[b]

¹⁸ The inexperienced inherit foolishness,
but the sensible are crowned with knowledge.

²⁴ The crown of the wise is their wealth,
but the foolishness of fools produces foolishness.