King James Version
What Does Proverbs 28:11 Mean?
“The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out. own: Heb. eyes”
Context
9
He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination.
10
Whoso causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit: but the upright shall have good things in possession.
11
The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out. own: Heb. eyes
12
When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden. hidden: or, sought for
13
He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(11) **The rich man is wise in his own conceit.—**For the blinding effect of wealth comp. Revelation 3:17.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
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