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Arrogant speech isn`t fitting for a fool, Much less do lying lips fit a prince.
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Character, Not Just Status
Commentators clarify that the "fool" in this proverb is not simply an unintelligent person, but a wicked or vile one. Likewise, the "prince" represents a noble, generous, or liberal-hearted individual, not just a political ruler. The verse contrasts these fundamental character types.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The marginal renderings are more literal and give greater emphasis. What is pointed out is not the unfitness of lying lips for the noble-hearted, b…
19th Century
Anglican
Excellent speech does not become a fool.— Rather, perhaps, superfluous or pretentious words do not become a vile person (…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Excellent speech does not become a fool A wicked man. Eloquence, or a sublime grand way of speaking, a copiousness a…
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A fool, in Solomon's Proverbs, signifies a wicked man, whom excellent speech does not suit, because his conduct contradicts it.
