Text -- Proverbs 23:9 (NET)

23:9 Do not speak in the ears of a fool, for he will despise the wisdom of your words.

Commentary -- Verse Notes / Footnotes

NET Notes: Pro 23:9

¹ sn The mention of “the ears” emphasizes the concerted effort to get the person’s undivided attention. However, a fool rejects instruction and discipline.

² sn Saying number nine indicates that wisdom is wasted on a fool. The literature of Egypt has no specific parallel to this one.