Proverbs 24:7

Wisdom is too high for a fool. He doesn’t open his mouth in the gate.

World English Bible (Public Domain)

In context

Before · Proverbs 24:5–6

5A wise man has great power. A knowledgeable man increases strength, 6for by wise guidance you wage your war, and victory is in many advisors.

7Wisdom is too high for a fool. He doesn’t open his mouth in the gate.

After · Proverbs 24:8–9

8One who plots to do evil will be called a schemer. 9The schemes of folly are sin. The mocker is detested by men.