Proverbs 29:23-25

Easy-to-Read Version

²³Your pride can bring you down. Humility will bring you honor.

²⁴You are your own worst enemy if you take part in a crime. You will not be able to tell the truth even when people threaten you.

²⁵Fear can be a trap, but if you trust in the Lord, you will be safe.

Proverbs 29:23-25

New International Version

²³Pride brings a person low,^(A)
but the lowly in spirit gain honor.^(B)

²⁴The accomplices of thieves are their own enemies;
they are put under oath and dare not testify.^(C)

²⁵Fear^(D) of man will prove to be a snare,
but whoever trusts in the Lord^(E) is kept safe.^(F)

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