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Proverbs 28:11
The riche man is wise in his owne conceite: but the poore that hath vnderstanding, can trie him.
Proverbs 28:11 · Geneva Bible
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Proverbs 28:11 in other translations
The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.
A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man with discernment sees through him.
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 that increaseth his riches by vsurie and interest, gathereth them for him that will be mercifull vnto the poore.
9 He that turneth away his eare from hearing the Law, euen his prayer shalbe abominable.
10 He that causeth the righteous to go astray by an euill way, shall fall into his owne pit, and the vpright shall inherite good things.
11 The riche man is wise in his owne conceite: but the poore that hath vnderstanding, can trie him.
12 When righteous men reioyce, there is great glory: but when the wicked come vp, the man is tried.
13 He that hideth his sinnes, shall not prosper: but he that confesseth, and forsaketh them, shall haue mercy.
14 Blessed is the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart, shall fall into euill.
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