² A fool takes no pleasure in understanding,
    but only in expressing personal opinion.^(A)

⁶ A fool’s lips bring strife,
    and a fool’s mouth invites a flogging.
⁷ The mouths of fools are their ruin,
    and their lips a snare to themselves.^(A)

¹³ If one gives answer before hearing,
    it is folly and shame.^(A)