Placed immediately after verse 4, this creates a deliberate tension: sometimes you should not engage, and sometimes you must. The difference lies in the outcome. When silence will allow the fool to grow more proud and dangerous in their error, a wise and truthful response is necessary. This pair of verses teaches situational discernment.
Memory phrase: Speak truth to foolishness.
Talk about it: When is it right to correct someone who is being foolish?
Prayer: God, give me wisdom to know when to speak.