Bible Verses About "What Does the Bible Say About Pride"
The Bible warns that pride is the root of many sins, leading to destruction and separation from God, while humility is the path to grace and honor.
The Bible warns that pride is the root of many sins, leading to destruction and separation from God, while humility is the path to grace and honor.
"Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall." — Proverbs 16:18 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Does the Bible Say About Pride?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall."
"But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble."
"Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant."
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