Proverbs 26:7 Meaning
The legs of the lame are not equal: so is a parable in the mouth of fools.
Context Explained
5Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he be wise in his own conceit.
6He that sendeth a message by the hand of a fool cutteth off the feet, and drinketh damage.
7The legs of the lame are not equal: so is a parable in the mouth of fools.
8As he that bindeth a stone in a sling, so is he that giveth honour to a fool.
9As a thorn goeth up into the hand of a drunkard, so is a parable in the mouth of fools.
Key Themes
foolishnesswisdomunderstanding
Related Cross References
Proverbs 17:7
Both verses discuss the mismatch between foolishness and wisdom.
Matthew 7:24
Jesus speaks about wise builders, contrasting with the foolish.
Ecclesiastes 10:2
This verse also contrasts wise and foolish behavior.
Source: Proverbs 26:7