Proverbs 26

Fools have no honor, nor should they; it is not befitting. Some fools who prod questions deserve no answer, for by doing so you may only be condemning yourself. Other scenarios, however, call for you to respond with the knowledge and understanding of God so that a wicked man may not view himself as wise. Fools cannot be trusted, point blank. In the hands of those who are riddled with folly, proverbs and honor become weapons of destruction. A wicked man is bound to return to his ways; do not trust that they will do otherwise. To be wise in your own eyes is worse than being a fool; there is very little hope for them. Be not a sluggard; they make excuses and are neither diligent or hard working. Said laziness will keep your from prosperity. Do not fuel quarrels my means of gossip, malicious confrontation, or otherwise. When you speak ill of someone, it comes from inside of you; you cannot deny it. Be careful in choosing your words, they have the power to puncture the hearts of others. A smooth talker may very well have a soul filled with malice and deceitful nature. Believe not his lies, lest you wish to live in ruin.