Proverbs 12:9

Better is he who is lightly esteemed and has a servant
Than he who honors himself and lacks bread.

Luke 14:11

For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.”

Proverbs 13:7

There is one who pretends to be rich, but has nothing;
Another pretends to be poor, but has great wealth.

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

He that is despised, and hath a servant, is better than he that honoureth himself, and lacketh bread.

Bible References

Despised

Proverbs 13:7
There is one who pretends to be rich, but has nothing;
Another pretends to be poor, but has great wealth.
Luke 14:11
For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.”

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