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What does Proverbs 26:9 mean?

A proverb in a fool's mouth is like a thorn bush waved around by a drunk—it just hurts people. Proverbs 26:9 - Modern Text Bible

(When someone foolish tries to use wisdom, it often ends up causing pain instead of helping.)