Proverbs 24:7
Wisdom is too high for fools; in the assembly at the gate they must not open their mouths.
In context
4 through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures.
5 The wise prevail through great power, and those who have knowledge muster their strength. 6 Surely you need guidance to wage war, and victory is won through many advisers. 7 Wisdom is too high for fools; in the assembly at the gate they must not open their mouths. 8 Whoever plots evil will be known as a schemer.
9 The schemes of folly are sin, and people detest a mocker. 10 If you falter in a time of trouble, how small is your strength!
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 24:7 in the KJV
Wisdom is too high for a fool: He openeth not his mouth in the gate.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 24:7 in the ESV
Wisdom is too high for a fool; in the gate he does not open his mouth.