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Proverbs 16:18 Cross-References
Explore 16 cross-references for Proverbs 16:18 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 16 verse 18 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.”
Proverbs 16:18 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 16:18
Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall. This timeless proverb encapsulates a fundamental principle of moral causation in the Hebrew worldview. The word translated 'pride' (Hebrew: gaon) refers to excessive self-elevation and arrogance that blinds one to reality and God's sovereignty. The parallel construction with 'haughty spirit' (Hebrew: ruach gavah) emphasizes the internal attitude that precedes external destruction. The verse teaches that pride operates as a self-defeating mechanism—not merely as divine punishment, but as a natural consequence of losing proper ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 16:18
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“then comes shame”
“the haughtiness of men will be bowed down”
“but before honor is humility.”
“you who dwell in the clefts of the rock”
“but one of lowly spirit gains honor.”
“lest being puffed up he fall into the same condemnation as the devil.”
“and you stand by your faith. Don't be conceited”
“He loveth transgression that loveth strife: and he that exalteth his gate seeketh destruction.”
“What shall be done to the man whom the king delights to honor? Now Haman said in his heart”
“Is not this great Babylon”