Proverbs 3:34

Proverbs 3:34 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

34He mocks proud mockers

but shows favor to the humble and oppressed.

34Though He scoffs at the scoffers,

Yet He gives grace to the needy.

34Though He scoffs at the scoffers,

Yet He gives grace to the afflicted.

34Though He scoffs at the scoffers and scorns the scorners,

Yet He gives His grace [His undeserved favor] to the humble [those who give up self-importance]. [James 4:6; 1 Pet 5:5]

34He mocks the mockers,

but gives grace to the humble.3:34 LXX The Lord opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble; cited in James 4:6 and 1 Peter 5:5

34He makes fun of proud people who make fun of others.

But he gives grace to those who are humble and treated badly.