Proverbs 18:12

Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honour is humility.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 18:12

BSB
Before his downfall a man's heart is proud, but humility comes before honor.
AKJV
Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honor is humility.
CPDV
The heart of a man is exalted before it is crushed and humbled before it is glorified.
ERV
Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honour goeth humility.
NHEB
Before destruction the heart of man is proud, but before honor is humility.
SMT
Before a breaking a man's heart will be lifted up, and before honor, humility.

Commentary for Proverbs 18:12

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 18:12
Summary
Pride precedes ruin; humility precedes honor.
Event
Pattern of pride and humility
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom