4 Do not answer a fool according to his folly , Or you will also be like him. 5 Answer a fool as his folly deserves, That he not be wise in his own eyes .

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 26:4-5

Commentary on Proverbs 26:4-5

(Read Proverbs 26:4-5)

We are to fit our remarks to the man, and address them to his conscience, so as may best end the debate.