Proverbs 29:9LXX

Orthodox Bible · LXX · Verse 9 of 27

"a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, no rest."
Proverbs 29:9

In context

7The righteous considereth the cause of the poor: the wicked regardeth not to know .

8Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise turn away wrath.

9a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, no rest.

10The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.

11A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise keepeth it in till afterwards.

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