16
A fool's chatter is like a burden on a journey, but delight is found in the speech of the intelligent.
17
The utterance of a sensible person is sought in the assembly, and they ponder his words in their minds.
18
Like a house in ruins is wisdom to a fool, and to the ignorant, knowledge is talk that has no meaning.
19
To a senseless person education is fetters on his feet, and like manacles on his right hand.
20
A fool raises his voice when he laughs, but the wise smile quietly.
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