Proverbs 11:12

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

Whoever shows contempt for his neighbour lacks sense, but a person with understanding keeps silent.

Cross References

1 Peter 2:23

when he was insulted, he did not insult in return; when he suffered, he did not threaten but entrusted himself to the one who judges  justly.

Proverbs 10:19

When there are many words, sin is unavoidable, but the one who controls his lips is prudent.

Luke 18:9

He  also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves  that they were righteous  and looked down  on everyone else:

Luke 16:14

The Pharisees, who were lovers of money,  were listening to all these things and scoffing  at him.

Proverbs 14:21

The one who despises his neighbour sins, but whoever shows kindness to the poor will be happy.

2 Kings 18:36

But the people kept silent; they did not answer him at all, for the king’s command was, ‘Don’t answer him.’

1 Samuel 10:27

But some wicked men said, ‘How can this man save us? ’ They despised him and did not bring him a gift,  but Saul said nothing.  ,

Judges 9:38

Zebul replied, ‘What do you have to say now? You said, “Who is Abimelech that we should serve him? ” Aren’t these the troops you despised? Now go and fight them! ’

Proverbs 6:32

The one who commits adultery  lacks sense; whoever does so destroys himself.

Proverbs 11:11

A city is built up by the blessing of the upright, but it is torn down by the mouth of the wicked.

Proverbs 11:13

A gossip goes around revealing a secret, but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence.