Proverbs 3:34

God's Word

When he mocks the mockers, he is gracious to humble people.

Cross References

Psalm 138:6

Even though the Lord is high above, he sees humble people ⌞close up⌟, and he recognizes arrogant people from a distance.

Psalm 18:26

with pure people you are pure. ⌞In dealing⌟ with devious people you are clever.

Proverbs 1:26

I will laugh at your calamity. I will make fun of you when panic strikes you,

Proverbs 14:9

Stubborn fools make fun of guilt, but there is forgiveness among decent people.

Proverbs 16:19

Better to be humble with lowly people than to share stolen goods with arrogant people.

Proverbs 19:29

Punishments are set for mockers and beatings for the backs of fools.

Proverbs 21:24

An arrogant, conceited person is called a mocker. His arrogance knows no limits.

Proverbs 9:12

If you are wise, your wisdom will help you. If you mock, you alone will be held responsible.

Isaiah 57:15

The High and Lofty One lives forever, and his name is holy. This is what he says: I live in a high and holy place. But I am with those who are crushed and humble. I will renew the spirit of those who are humble and the courage of those who are crushed.

James 4:6

But God shows us even more kindness. Scripture says, “God opposes arrogant people, but he is kind to humble people.”

1 Peter 5:5

Young people, in a similar way, place yourselves under the authority of spiritual leaders. Furthermore, all of you must serve each other with humility, because God opposes the arrogant but favors the humble.