Proverbs 26:5
▸ Hear this chapter, lit word by wordAnswer a fool according to his folly, lest he be wise in his own conceit.
— Proverbs 26:5, King James Version
In other translations
World English Bible (WEB)
Answer a fool according to his folly, Lest he be wise in his own eyes.
American Standard Version (ASV)
Answer a fool according to his folly, Lest he be wise in his own conceit.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
Answer a fool according to his folly, Lest he be wise in his own eyes.