Proverbs 16:19

Proverbs 16:19 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

19Better to be lowly in spirit along with the oppressed

than to share plunder with the proud.

19It is better to be humble in spirit with the needy

Than to divide the spoils with the proud.

19It is better to be humble in spirit with the lowly

Than to divide the spoil with the proud.

19It is better to be humble in spirit with the lowly

Than to divide the spoil with the proud (haughty, arrogant).

19It is better to be lowly in spirit among the humble

than to divide the spoil with the proud.

19Suppose you are lowly in spirit along with those who are treated badly.

That’s better than sharing stolen goods with those who are proud.