Proverbs 29:9
▸ Hear this chapter, lit word by wordIf a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest.
— Proverbs 29:9, King James Version
In other translations
World English Bible (WEB)
If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, The fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.
American Standard Version (ASV)
If a wise man hath a controversy with a foolish man, Whether he be angry or laugh, there will be no rest.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
A wise man is judged by the foolish man, And he hath been angry, And he hath laughed, and there is no rest.