Proverbs 17:7
Berean Standard Bible
Eloquent words are unfit for a fool; how much worse are lying lips to a ruler!
Context
5He who mocks the poor insults their Maker;
whoever gloats over calamity will not go unpunished. 6Grandchildren are the crown of the aged,
and the glory of a son is his father. 7Eloquent words are unfit for a fool;
how much worse are lying lips to a ruler! 8A bribe is a charm to its giver;
wherever he turns, he succeeds. 9Whoever conceals an offense promotes love,
but he who brings it up separates friends.
English text: Berean Standard Bible (BSB). English audio: Berean Standard Audio Bible.