Proverbs 3:34

New International Reader's Version

He makes fun of proud people who make fun of others. But he gives grace to those who are humble and treated badly.

Cross References

Psalm 138:6

Though the Lord is high above all, he cares for the lowly. Though he is in heaven above, he sees them on earth below.

Psalm 18:26

To those who are pure you show that you are pure. But to those whose paths are crooked you show that you are clever.

Proverbs 1:26

So I will laugh at you when you are in danger. I will make fun of you when hard times come.

Proverbs 14:9

Foolish people laugh at making things right when they sin. But honest people try to do the right thing.

Proverbs 16:19

Suppose you are lowly in spirit along with those who are treated badly. That’s better than sharing stolen goods with those who are proud.

Proverbs 19:29

Those who make fun of others will be judged. Foolish people will be punished.

Proverbs 21:24

A proud person is called a mocker. He thinks much too highly of himself.

Proverbs 9:12

If you are wise, your wisdom will reward you. If you make fun of others, you alone will suffer.

Isaiah 57:15

The God who is highly honored lives forever. His name is holy. He says, “I live in a high and holy place. But I also live with anyone who turns away from their sins. I live with anyone who is not proud. I give new life to them. I give it to anyone who turns away from their sins.

James 4:6

But God continues to give us more grace. That’s why Scripture says, “God opposes those who are proud. But he gives grace to those who are humble.” (Proverbs 3:34)

1 Peter 5:5

In the same way, I’m speaking to you who are younger. Follow the lead of those who are older. All of you, put on a spirit free of pride toward one another. Put it on as if it were your clothes. Do this because Scripture says, “God opposes those who are proud. But he gives grace to those who are humble.” (Proverbs 3:34)