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26 It is certainly not good to fine an innocent person
or to beat a noble for his honesty.[a](A)

27 The one who has knowledge restrains his words,(B)
and one who keeps a cool head[b]
is a person of understanding.

28 Even a fool is considered wise when he keeps silent –
discerning, when he seals his lips.(C)

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Footnotes

  1. 17:26 Or noble unfairly
  2. 17:27 Lit spirit