Matthew 23:12

And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Matthew 23:12

BSB
For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.
AKJV
And whoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.
CPDV
But whoever has exalted himself, shall be humbled. And whoever has humbled himself, shall be exalted.
ERV
And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be humbled; and whosoever shall humble himself shall be exalted.
NHEB
Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.
SMT
And whoever shall exalt himself shall be humbled; and whoever shall humble himself, shall be exalted.

Commentary for Matthew 23:12

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Matthew 23:12
Summary
Self-elevation leads to downfall; humility brings elevation
Event
Teaching about humble exaltation
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Wisdom