Proverbs 28:25

Greedy people stir up trouble, but those who trust in the Lord will be successful.

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In The King James Version

He that is of a proud heart stirreth up strife: but he that putteth his trust in the LORD shall be made fat.

In Context

24A man who robs his father and mother, and says, “It's not a crime,” is one step away from becoming a murderer.

26People who trust their own minds are foolish, but those who follow wise ways will be kept safe.

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Cross References

Psalms 84:12Lord Almighty, how happy are those who trust in you.

Proverbs 11:25If you're generous, you'll become rich; give someone a drink of water, and you'll be given one in return.

Proverbs 13:10Pride only causes conflict; but those who take advice are wise.

Proverbs 15:30Bright eyes make you happy, and good news makes you feel good.

Proverbs 22:10Get rid of the scornful, and you'll get rid of conflict too—no more arguments or insults!

Proverbs 29:25Being afraid of people traps you, but if you trust in the Lord you're safe.

Matthew Henry on Proverbs 28:25

24 Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, It is no transgression; the same is the companion of a destroyer. As Christ shows the absurdity and wickedness of those children who think it is no duty, in some cases, to maintain their parents ( Matt. xv. 5 ), so Solomon here shows the absurdity and wickedness of those who think it is no sin to rob their parents, either by force or secretly, by wheedling them or threatening them, or by wasting what they have, and (which is no better than robbing them) running… Read the whole commentary →

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