Proverbs 28:25
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Proverbs 28:25 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Proverbs 28:25 is a verse from the book of Proverbs in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "He that is of a proud heart stirreth up strife: but he that putteth his trust in the LORD shall be made fat." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Proverbs 28:25 — KJV
“He that is of a proud heart stirreth up strife: but he that putteth his trust in the LORD shall be made fat.”
— Proverbs 28:25 (KJV)
Proverbs 28:25 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 28:25
“And it repented the LORD that he had made man on the earth, and it grieved him at his heart.”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 28:25: heart, lord, made
“So now it was not you that sent me hither, but God: and he hath made me a father to Pharaoh, and lord of all his house, and a ruler throughout all the land of Egypt.”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 28:25: lord, made, fat
“Haste ye, and go up to my father, and say unto him, Thus saith thy son Joseph, God hath made me lord of all Egypt: come down unto me, tarry not:”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 28:25: lord, made, fat
“And they came, every one whose heart stirred him up, and every one whom his spirit made willing, and they brought the LORD'S offering to the work of the tabernacle of the congregation, and for all his service, and for the holy garments.”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 28:25: heart, lord, made
“The children of Israel brought a willing offering unto the LORD, every man and woman, whose heart made them willing to bring for all manner of work, which the LORD had commanded to be made by the hand of Moses.”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 28:25: heart, lord, made
Pray Proverbs 28:25
Generate a Prayer from Proverbs 28:25
Our AI will write a personal prayer inspired by this scripture — tailored to your situation. Free, instant, no account needed.
✦ Pray This Verse