Proverbs 15:25
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
25 The Lord tears down the house of the proud
but maintains the widow’s boundaries.(A)
Proverbs 15:25
Common English Bible
25 The Lord snatches away the arrogant one’s house,
but he preserves the widow’s boundaries.
Proverbs 16:5
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
5 All those who are arrogant are an abomination to the Lord;
be assured, they will not go unpunished.(A)
Proverbs 16:5
Common English Bible
5 The Lord detests all who are arrogant;
they surely won’t go unpunished.
Proverbs 16:19
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
19 It is better to be of a lowly spirit among the poor
than to divide the spoil with the proud.
Proverbs 16:19
Common English Bible
19 Better to be humble with the needy
than to divide plunder with the proud.
Proverbs 21:24
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
24 The proud, haughty person, named Scoffer,
acts with arrogant pride.(A)
Proverbs 21:24
Common English Bible
24 Incredibly proud—mockers are their name!
Their conduct involves excessive pride.
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