Proverbs 28:11
A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man who has understanding will find him out.
In context
8 Whoever multiplies his wealth by interest and profit gathers it for him who is generous to the poor.
9 If one turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination. 10 Whoever misleads the upright into an evil way will fall into his own pit, but the blameless will have a goodly inheritance. 11 A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man who has understanding will find him out. 12 When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, but when the wicked rise, people hide themselves.
13 Whoever conceals his transgressions will not prosper, but he who confesses and forsakes them will obtain mercy. 14 Blessed is the one who fears the Lord always, but whoever hardens his heart will fall into calamity.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 28:11 in the KJV
The rich man is wise in his own conceit; But the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 28:11 in the NIV
The rich are wise in their own eyes; one who is poor and discerning sees how deluded they are.