Proverbs 3:34
Surely he scorneth the scorners: But he giveth grace unto the lowly.
In context
31 Envy thou not the oppressor, And choose none of his ways. 32 For the froward is abomination to the LORD: But his secret is with the righteous. 33 The curse of the LORD is in the house of the wicked: But he blesseth the habitation of the just. 34 Surely he scorneth the scorners: But he giveth grace unto the lowly. 35 The wise shall inherit glory: But shame shall be the promotion of fools.
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- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 3:34 in the NIV
He mocks proud mockers but shows favor to the humble and oppressed.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 3:34 in the ESV
Toward the scorners he is scornful, but to the humble he gives favor.