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Proverbs 28:11

World English Bible

The rich man is wise in his own eyes;
but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

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Proverbs 28:11 in other translations

The rich man is wise in his own conceit; But the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.

Proverbs 28:11 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 28:11 in context

  1. 9He who turns away his ear from hearing the law,
    even his prayer is an abomination.
  2. 10Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way,
    he will fall into his own trap;
    but the blameless will inherit good.
  3. 11The rich man is wise in his own eyes;
    but the poor who has understanding sees through him.
  4. 12When the righteous triumph, there is great glory;
    but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.
  5. 13He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper,
    but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.