Proverbs 3:34

Surely he scorneth the scorners: but he giveth grace unto the lowly.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 3:34

BSB
He mocks the mockers, but gives grace to the humble.
AKJV
Surely he scorns the scorners: but he gives grace to the lowly.
CPDV
He will ridicule those who ridicule, but he will bestow grace upon the mild.
ERV
Surely he scorneth the scorners, but he giveth grace unto the lowly.
NHEB
Surely he is scornful to scoffers, but he gives grace to the humble.
SMT
But he will deride to those deriding: and he will give grace to the humble.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 3:34

SurelyhescornethH3887VerbthescornersH3887VerbbuthegivethH5414VerbgraceH2580Noun MasculineuntothelowlyH6041Adjective

Commentary for Proverbs 3:34

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 3:34
Summary
God mocks mockers, grants grace to humble
Event
God's response to arrogance and humility
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom