Proverbs 3:34
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Though He scoffs at the scoffers and scorns the scorners,
Yet He gives His grace [His undeserved favor] to the humble [those who give up self-importance].(A)
Proverbs 6:16-19
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These six things the Lord hates;
Indeed, seven are repulsive to Him:
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A proud look [the attitude that makes one overestimate oneself and discount others], a lying tongue,
And hands that shed innocent blood,(A)
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A heart that creates wicked plans,
Feet that run swiftly to evil,
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A false witness who breathes out lies [even half-truths],
And one who spreads discord (rumors) among brothers.
Proverbs 11:2
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When pride comes [boiling up with an arrogant attitude of self-importance], then come dishonor and shame,
But with the humble [the teachable who have been chiseled by trial and who have learned to walk humbly with God] there is wisdom and soundness of mind.
Proverbs 12:9
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[a]Better is he who is lightly esteemed and has a servant,
Than he who [boastfully] honors himself [pretending to be what he is not] and lacks bread.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 12:9 This is the first of many verses in Proverbs that use the “better...than” construction to emphasize contrasting positions.
Proverbs 13:7
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There is one who pretends to be rich, yet has nothing at all;
Another pretends to be poor, yet has great wealth.(A)
Proverbs 13:10
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Through pride and presumption come nothing but strife,
But [skillful and godly] wisdom is with those who welcome [well-advised] counsel.
Proverbs 15:25
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The Lord will tear down the house of the proud and arrogant (self-righteous),
But He will establish and protect the boundaries [of the land] of the [godly] widow.
Proverbs 15:33
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The [reverent] fear of the Lord [that is, worshiping Him and regarding Him as truly awesome] is the instruction for wisdom [its starting point and its essence];
And before honor comes humility.
Proverbs 16:5
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Everyone who is proud and arrogant in heart is disgusting and exceedingly offensive to the Lord;
Be assured he will not go unpunished.(A)
Proverbs 16:18-19
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Pride goes before destruction,
And a haughty spirit before a fall.
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It is better to be humble in spirit with the lowly
Than to divide the spoil with the proud (haughty, arrogant).
Proverbs 18:12
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Before disaster the heart of a man is haughty and filled with self-importance,
But humility comes before honor.
Proverbs 19:10
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Luxury is not fitting for a fool;
Much less for a slave to rule over princes.
Proverbs 20:9
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Who can say, “I have cleansed my heart,
I am pure from my sin?”(A)
Proverbs 21:4
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Haughty and arrogant eyes and a proud heart,
The lamp of the wicked [their self-centered pride], is sin [in the eyes of God].
Proverbs 21:24
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“Proud,” “Haughty,” “Scoffer,” are his names
Who acts with overbearing and insolent pride.
Proverbs 22:4
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The reward of humility [that is, having a realistic view of one’s importance] and the [reverent, worshipful] fear of the Lord
Is riches, honor, and life.(A)
Proverbs 25:27
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It is not good to eat much honey,
Nor is it glorious to seek one’s own glory.
Proverbs 26:16
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The lazy person is wiser in his own eyes
Than seven [sensible] men who can give a discreet answer.
Proverbs 27:2
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Let another praise you, and not your own mouth;
A stranger, and not your own lips.
Proverbs 27:21
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The refining pot is for silver and the furnace for gold [to separate the impurities of the metal],
And each is tested by the praise given to him [and his response to it, whether humble or proud].
Proverbs 29:23
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A man’s pride and sense of self-importance will bring him down,
But he who has a humble spirit will obtain honor.(A)
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