Proverbs 11:2

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Too much pride can put you to shame. It's wiser to be humble.

Cross References

Proverbs 29:23

Too much pride brings disgrace; humility leads to honour.

Proverbs 15:33

Showing respect to the LORD will make you wise, and being humble will bring honour to you.

Luke 18:14

Then Jesus said, “When the two men went home, it was the tax collector and not the Pharisee who was pleasing to God. If you put yourself above others, you will be put down. But if you humble yourself, you will be honoured.”

Proverbs 18:12

Pride leads to destruction; humility leads to honour.

Daniel 4:27

Your Majesty, please be willing to do what I say. Turn from your sins and start living right; have mercy on those who are ill-treated. Then all will go well with you for a long time.