Proverbs 11:2

New English Translation

When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.

Cross References

Proverbs 15:33

The fear of the Lord provides wise instruction, and before honor comes humility.

Proverbs 18:12

Before destruction the heart of a person is proud, but humility comes before honor.

Proverbs 29:23

A person’s pride will bring him low, but one who has a lowly spirit will gain honor.

Daniel 4:27

Therefore, O king, may my advice be pleasing to you. Break away from your sins by doing what is right, and from your iniquities by showing mercy to the poor. Perhaps your prosperity will be prolonged.”

Luke 18:14

I tell you that this man went down to his home justified rather than the Pharisee. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but he who humbles himself will be exalted.”