Proverbs 28:11
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Proverbs 28:11 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Proverbs 28:11 is a verse from the book of Proverbs in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out. own...: Heb. eyes" Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Proverbs 28:11 — KJV
“The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out. own...: Heb. eyes”
— Proverbs 28:11 (KJV)
Proverbs 28:11 in Context — About the Book of Proverbs
Proverbs is distilled wisdom for ordinary decisions — money, words, work, friendship, marriage, anger, and the tongue. Its premise is simple: the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Thirty-one chapters make it the classic one-chapter-a-day book for praying through daily choices.
Cross-References for Proverbs 28:11
“The poor is hated even of his own neighbour: but the rich hath many friends. the rich...: Heb. many are the lovers of the rich”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 28:11: rich, own, poor
“Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he be wise in his own conceit. conceit: Heb. eyes”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 28:11: wise, own, conceit
“Take you wise men, and understanding, and known among your tribes, and I will make them rulers over you. Take: Heb. Give”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 28:11: wise, own, understanding
“Huram said moreover, Blessed be the LORD God of Israel, that made heaven and earth, who hath given to David the king a wise son, endued with prudence and understanding, that might build an house for the LORD, and an house for his kingdom. endued...: Heb. knowing prudence and understanding”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 28:11: wise, hath, understanding
“When men are cast down, then thou shalt say, There is lifting up; and he shall save the humble person. the humble...: Heb. him that hath low eyes”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 28:11: own, hath, heb
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