Proverbs 12:9

He with a servant who is lightly esteemed is better off than he who has no food and yet is honored.

Luke 14:11

Those who exalt themselves will be humbled. And people who humble themselves will be exalted.

Proverbs 13:7

There is one who claims to be rich, yet has nothing. There is one who claims to be poor, yet has great riches.

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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 claims to be rich, yet has nothing. There is one who claims to be poor, yet has great riches.
Luke 14:11
Those who exalt themselves will be humbled. And people who humble themselves will be exalted.