Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Surely he scorneth the scorners: but he giveth grace unto the lowly.
He scorneth
He giveth
Bible References
He scorneth
Proverbs 9:7
Correct a scoffer and get dishonor for yourself. Rebuke a wicked man and receive insults.
Proverbs 19:29
Penalties are prepared for mockers, and beatings for the back of fools.
Proverbs 21:24
Proud and haughty mocker is his name. He acts with overbearing pride.
Psalm 138:6
Even though Jehovah is high above, he sees humble people close up, and he recognizes arrogant people from a distance.
He giveth
Isaiah 57:15
The High and Lofty One who inhabits eternity, whose name is holy, says: 'I dwell in the high and holy and also with him who has a contrite and humble spirit. I revive the spirit of the humble, and the heart of the contrite ones.'
James 4:6
But he gives more grace. The scripture said, God resists the proud, but gives grace (loving-kindness) to the humble.
1 Peter 5:5
Likewise, you younger men, be subject to the older men. Yes, all of you clothe yourselves with humility and serve one another. God resists the proud, but gives loving kindness to the humble.