Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Pride » Exemplified
The king said thoughtfully, ‘Is not this the great Babylon which I myself have built as the royal residence and seat of government by the might of my power and for the honor and glory of my majesty?’
And to the fading flower of its glorious beauty,
Which is at the head of the rich valley
Of those who are overcome with wine!
But the pride and self-reliance of Israel testifies against him.
Therefore Israel, and [especially]
But when his heart was lifted up and his spirit became so proud that he behaved arrogantly, he was deposed from his royal throne and his glory was taken away from him.
Ephraim will become a desolation in the day of rebuke;
Among the tribes of Israel I declare what is certain.