²⁴ The ^(A)sluggard buries his hand ^(B)in the dish,
But will not even bring it back to his mouth.
^25 (C)Strike a scoffer and the simple may become prudent,
But ^(D)reprove one who has understanding and he will understand knowledge.
²⁶ He ^(E)who assaults his father and causes his mother to flee
Is a son who brings shame and humiliation.