Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 18:12
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Berean Standard Bible
Before his downfall a man’s heart is proud, but humility comes before honor.
King James Version
Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honour [is] humility.
World English Bible
Before destruction the heart of man is proud, but before honor is humility.
American Standard Version
Before destruction the heart of man is haughty; And before honor [goeth] humility.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 18
10 The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.
11 A rich man’s wealth is his fortified city; it is like a high wall in his imagination.
12 Before his downfall a man’s heart is proud, but humility comes before honor.
13 He who answers a matter before he hears it—this is folly and disgrace to him.
14 The spirit of a man can endure his sickness, but who can survive a broken spirit?
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