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Proverbs 16:18
Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.
Proverbs 16:18 · New Heart English Bible
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Proverbs 16:18 in other translations
Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.
Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.
Pride goes before destruction, and an arrogant spirit before a fall.
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In context
15 In the light of the king's face is life. His favor is like a cloud of the spring rain.
16 How much better it is to get wisdom than gold! Yes, to get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver.
17 The highway of the upright is to depart from evil. He who keeps his way preserves his soul.
18 Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.
19 It is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, than to divide the plunder with the proud.
20 He who heeds the Word finds prosperity. Whoever trusts in the Lord is blessed.
21 The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.
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