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Proverbs 28:11

A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man with discernment sees through him.

Proverbs 28:11 · Berean Standard Bible

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Proverbs 28:11 in other translations

KJV King James Version

The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.

WEB World English Bible

The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

NHEB New Heart English Bible

The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

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In context

8 He who increases his wealth by interest and usury lays it up for one who is kind to the poor.

9 Whoever turns his ear away from hearing the law, even his prayer is detestable.

10 He who leads the upright along the path of evil will fall into his own pit, but the blameless will inherit what is good.

11 A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man with discernment sees through him.

12 When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

13 He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy.

14 Blessed is the man who is always reverent, but he who hardens his heart falls into trouble.

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