Proverbs 26:8

Proverbs 26:8 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

8Like tying a stone in a sling

is the giving of honor to a fool.

8Like 26:8 Lit the binding ofone who binds a stone in a sling,

So is one who gives honor to a fool.

8Like one who binds a stone in a sling,

So is he who gives honor to a fool.

8Like one who [absurdly] binds a stone in a sling [making it impossible to throw],

So is he who [absurdly] gives honor to a fool.

8Like binding a stone into a sling

is the giving of honor to a fool.

8Giving honor to a foolish person

is like tying a stone in a slingshot.