Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 26:8
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Berean Standard Bible
Like binding a stone into a sling is the giving of honor to a fool.
King James Version
As he that bindeth a stone in a sling, so [is] he that giveth honour to a fool.
World English Bible
As one who binds a stone in a sling, so is he who gives honor to a fool.
American Standard Version
As one that bindeth a stone in a sling, So is he that giveth honor to a fool.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 26
7 Like lame legs hanging limp is a proverb in the mouth of a fool.
8 Like binding a stone into a sling is the giving of honor to a fool.
9 Like a thorn that goes into the hand of a drunkard is a proverb in the mouth of a fool.
10 Like an archer who wounds at random is he who hires a fool or passerby.
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