2As the sparrow flitters and the swallow darts when they fly, so an undeserved curse does not alight.
3A whip is for the horse, a bridle is for the donkey and a rod is for the back of fools.
4Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you will become like him.
5Answer a fool and join in on his folly, so he will not become wise in his own eyes.