Proverbs 27:2

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Don't boast about yourself— let others praise you.

Cross References

2 Kings 10:16

and said, “Come with me and see how faithful I am to the LORD.” They rode together in Jehu's chariot

Proverbs 20:6

There are many who say, “You can trust me!” But can they be trusted?

Proverbs 25:27

Don't eat too much honey or always want praise.

Proverbs 27:3

Stones and sand are heavy, but trouble caused by a fool is a much heavier load.

2 Corinthians 10:12

We won't dare compare ourselves with those who think so much of themselves. But they are foolish to compare themselves with themselves.

2 Corinthians 10:18

You may boast about yourself, but the only approval that counts is the Lord's approval.

2 Corinthians 12:11

I have been making a fool of myself. But you forced me to do it, when you should have been speaking up for me. I may be nothing at all, but I am as good as those super apostles.