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Proverbs 13:10
Pride only breeds quarrels, but with ones who take advice is wisdom.
Proverbs 13:10 · New Heart English Bible
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Proverbs 13:10 in other translations
Only by pride cometh contention: but with the well advised is wisdom.
Arrogance leads only to strife, but wisdom is with the well-advised.
Pride only breeds quarrels, but wisdom is with people who take advice.
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In context
7 There are some who pretend to be rich, yet have nothing. There are some who pretend to be poor, yet have great wealth.
8 The ransom of a man's life is his riches, but the poor hear no threats.
9 The light of the righteous shines brightly, but the lamp of the wicked is snuffed out.
10 Pride only breeds quarrels, but with ones who take advice is wisdom.
11 Wealth gained dishonestly dwindles away, but he who gathers by hand makes it grow.
12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but when longing is fulfilled, it is a tree of life.
13 Whoever despises instruction will pay for it, but he who respects a command will be rewarded.
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