Proverbs 3:34
Surely he opposes the mockers, 2 but he gives chen ·grace· to the humble. + 3:34. Quoted in James 4:6; 1 Pet 5:5 1
One Unity Resource Bible
In The King James Version
Surely he scorneth the scorners: but he giveth grace unto the lowly.
In Context
33Adonai’s curse is in the house of the wicked, 2 but he blesses the habitation of the upright. 1
35The wise will inherit kavod ·weighty glory·, 2 but shame will be the promotion of fools.
Cross References
Psalms 138:6For though Adonai is high, yet he looks after the lowly; 2 but the proud, he knows from afar. 1
Proverbs 9:7He who corrects a mocker invites insult. 2 He who reproves a wicked man invites abuse. 1
Proverbs 19:29Penalties are prepared for scoffers, 2 and beatings for the backs of fools.
Isaiah 57:15For thus says the high and lofty One who inhabits eternity, 2 whose name is Holy: 1 “I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also who is of a contrite and humble spirit, 2 to revive the spirit of the humble, 2 and to revive the heart of the contrite. 1
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 3:28-35
Justice and Kindness Recommended; Caution against Envy. 27 Withhold not good from them to whom it is due, when it is in the power of thine hand to do it. 28 Say not unto thy neighbour, Go, and come again, and to morrow I will give; when thou hast it by thee. 29 Devise not evil against thy neighbour, seeing he dwelleth securely by thee. 30 Strive not with a man without cause, if he have done thee no harm. 31 Envy thou not the oppressor, and choose none of his ways. 32 For the froward is abomination to the Lord :… Read the whole commentary →