Proverbs 29:23-25

Holman Christian Standard Bible

²³ A person’s pride will humble him,^(A)
but a humble spirit will gain honor.^(B)

²⁴ To be a thief’s partner is to hate oneself;
he hears the curse but will not testify.^[a](C)

²⁵ The fear of man is a snare,^(D)
but the one who trusts in the Lord is protected.^[b](E)