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34 Surely he mocks the mockers,
    but he gives grace to the humble.

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16 There are six things which Yahweh hates;
    yes, seven which are an abomination to him:
17 arrogant eyes, a lying tongue,
    hands that shed innocent blood,
18 a heart that devises wicked schemes,
    feet that are swift in running to mischief,
19 a false witness who utters lies,
    and he who sows discord among brothers.

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When pride comes, then comes shame,
    but with humility comes wisdom.

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Better is he who is little known, and has a servant,
    than he who honors himself, and lacks bread.

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There are some who pretend to be rich, yet have nothing.
    There are some who pretend to be poor, yet have great wealth.

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10 Pride only breeds quarrels,
    but wisdom is with people who take advice.

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25 Yahweh will uproot the house of the proud,
    but he will keep the widow’s borders intact.

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33 The fear of Yahweh teaches wisdom.
    Before honor is humility.

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Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to Yahweh:
    they shall certainly not be unpunished.

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