Proverbs 26:12

New Living Translation

There is more hope for fools than for people who think they are wise.

Cross References

Proverbs 12:15

Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to others.

Proverbs 22:29

Do you see any truly competent workers? They will serve kings rather than working for ordinary people.

Proverbs 26:16

Lazy people consider themselves smarter than seven wise counselors.

Proverbs 26:5

Be sure to answer the foolish arguments of fools, or they will become wise in their own estimation.

Proverbs 28:11

Rich people may think they are wise, but a poor person with discernment can see right through them.

Proverbs 28:26

Those who trust their own insight are foolish, but anyone who walks in wisdom is safe.

Proverbs 29:20

There is more hope for a fool than for someone who speaks without thinking.

Proverbs 3:7

Don’t be impressed with your own wisdom. Instead, fear the Lord and turn away from evil.

Isaiah 5:21

What sorrow for those who are wise in their own eyes and think themselves so clever.

Matthew 21:31

“Which of the two obeyed his father?” They replied, “The first.” Then Jesus explained his meaning: “I tell you the truth, corrupt tax collectors and prostitutes will get into the Kingdom of God before you do.

Luke 18:11

The Pharisee stood by himself and prayed this prayer: ‘I thank you, God, that I am not like other people—cheaters, sinners, adulterers. I’m certainly not like that tax collector!

Luke 7:44

Then he turned to the woman and said to Simon, “Look at this woman kneeling here. When I entered your home, you didn’t offer me water to wash the dust from my feet, but she has washed them with her tears and wiped them with her hair.

John 9:41

“If you were blind, you wouldn’t be guilty,” Jesus replied. “But you remain guilty because you claim you can see.

Romans 12:16

Live in harmony with each other. Don’t be too proud to enjoy the company of ordinary people. And don’t think you know it all!

Revelation 3:17

You say, ‘I am rich. I have everything I want. I don’t need a thing!’ And you don’t realize that you are wretched and miserable and poor and blind and naked.