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Bible Verses About Pride & Humility

Pride goes before destruction, but God gives grace to the humble. These Bible verses about pride expose the oldest trap in the book — and show the freedom on the low road.

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Proverbs 16:18

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“Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.”
“But He gives us more grace. This is why it says: “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.””

Proverbs 11:2

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“When pride comes, disgrace follows, but with humility comes wisdom.”

Philippians 2:3-4

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“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others.”

Proverbs 29:23

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“A man’s pride will bring him low, but a humble spirit will obtain honor.”

1 Peter 5:5-6

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“Young men, in the same way, submit yourselves to your elders. And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, so that in due time He may exalt you.”

Proverbs 8:13

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“To fear the LORD is to hate evil; I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct, and perverse speech.”

Galatians 6:3

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“If anyone thinks he is something when he is nothing, he deceives himself.”

Proverbs 27:2

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“Let another praise you, and not your own mouth— a stranger, and not your own lips.”
“He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?”

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Bible say about Pride & Humility?

Pride goes before destruction, but God gives grace to the humble. These Bible verses about pride expose the oldest trap in the book — and show the freedom on the low road.

What is a good Bible verse about Pride & Humility?

Proverbs 16:18: “Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.”

Where should I start reading about Pride & Humility in the Bible?

Start with James 4:6, one of the 10 verses gathered here on this topic.

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