Proverbs 3:35
The wise will inherit honor, but fools get disgrace.
In context
32 for the devious person is an abomination to the Lord, but the upright are in his confidence. 33 The Lord’s curse is on the house of the wicked, but he blesses the dwelling of the righteous. 34 Toward the scorners he is scornful, but to the humble he gives favor. 35 The wise will inherit honor, but fools get disgrace.
Compare in other versions
- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 3:35 in the KJV
The wise shall inherit glory: But shame shall be the promotion of fools.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 3:35 in the NIV
The wise inherit honor, but fools get only shame.