1073 – "Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and then beat you with experience."

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Quote Number: 342

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Source Notes: Quote Investigator discusses the multiple sources for this quote online here. It is very likely that this quote derives from the Biblical proverb in Proverbs 26:4-5, “⁴ Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you yourself will be just like him. ⁵ Answer a fool according to his folly, or he will be wise in his own eyes.” (NIV)