11 A rich man’s wealth is his fortified city;
in his imagination it is like a high wall.(A)

12 Before his downfall a man’s heart is proud,(B)
but humility comes before honor.(C)

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11 The rich think of their wealth as a strong defense;
    they imagine it to be a high wall of safety.

12 Haughtiness goes before destruction;
    humility precedes honor.

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