Proverbs 18:12

Proverbs 18:12 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

12Before a downfall the heart is haughty,

but humility comes before honor.

12Before destruction the heart of a person is haughty,

But humility goes before honor.

12Before destruction the heart of man is haughty,

But humility goes before honor.

12Before disaster the heart of a man is haughty and filled with self-importance,

But humility comes before honor.

12Before his downfall a man’s heart is proud,

but humility comes before honor.

12If a person’s heart is proud, they will be destroyed.

So don’t be proud if you want to be honored.