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Proverbs 26:8

As he that bindeth a stone in a sling, so is he that giveth honour to a fool.
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English Standard Version

Like one who binds the stone in the sling is one who gives honor to a fool.

New International Version

Like tying a stone in a sling is the giving of honor to a fool.

Catholic Public Domain Version

Just like one who casts a stone into the pile of Mercury, so also is he who gives honor to the foolish