Holy Scripture
Proverbs 21:20
A church father on this verse
“No doubt the animal is pronounced unclean by the law, because it does not chew the cud; which is not a fault but its nature. But the men of whom this animal is a symbol are unclean, not by nature, but from their own fault; because, though they gladly hear the words of wisdom, they never reflect on them afterwards. For…”
Source: Septuagint
Original
20A desirable treasure will rest on the mouth of the wise; But foolish men will swallow it up.
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In context
18And a transgressor is the abomination of a righteous man.
19It is better to dwell in a wilderness Than with a quarrelsome and talkative and passionate woman.
— Proverbs 21:20 —
21The way of righteousness and mercy will find life and glory.
22A wise man assaults strong cities, And demolishes the fortress in which the ungodly trusted.