Proverbs 28:11

Proverbs 28:11 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

11The rich are wise in their own eyes;

one who is poor and discerning sees how deluded they are.

11The rich person is wise in his own eyes,

But the poor who has understanding 28:11 Lit examines himsees through him.

11The rich man is wise in his own eyes,

But the poor who has understanding sees through him.

11The rich man [who is conceited and relies on his wealth instead of God] is wise in his own eyes,

But the poor man who has understanding [because he relies on God] is able to see through him.

11A rich man is wise in his own eyes,

but a poor man with discernment sees through him.

11Rich people may think they are wise.

But a poor person with understanding knows that rich people are fooling themselves.