Proverbs 26:9
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King James Version (modern wording)
As a thorn goes up into the hand of a drunkard, so is a parable in the mouths of fools.
Proverbs 26:9 (KJV)
American Standard Version
Asa thorn that goeth up into the hand of a drunkard, So is a parable in the mouth of fools.
Proverbs 26:9 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
Like a thorn that falls into the hand of a drunkard is a proverb in the mouth of a fool.
Proverbs 26:9 (BSB)
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What does Proverbs 26:9 say?
Proverbs 26:9 in modern King James wording reads: "As a thorn goes up into the hand of a drunkard, so is a parable in the mouths of fools."
Where is Proverbs 26:9 found in the Bible?
Proverbs 26:9 is verse 9 of chapter 26 of the book of Proverbs, in the Old Testament. Proverbs has 31 chapters.
Which translations of Proverbs 26:9 can I read here?
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