Proverbs 3:34 — Meaning and Application

King James Version

“Surely he scorneth the scorners: but he giveth grace unto the lowly.”

Proverbs 3:34

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Understanding the surrounding verses prevents misinterpretation:

For the froward {is} abomination to the LORD: but his secret {is} with the righteous.

The curse of the LORD {is} in the house of the wicked: but he blesseth the habitation of the just.

Surely he scorneth the scorners: but he giveth grace unto the lowly.

The wise shall inherit glory: but shame shall be the promotion of fools. {shall be...: Heb. exalteth the fools}

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Proverbs 3:1

"My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments:"

Proverbs 3:2

"For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee. {long...: Heb. years of life}"

Proverbs 3:3

"Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thine heart:"

Proverbs 3:4

"So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man. {good...: or, good success}"

Proverbs 3:5

"Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding."

Proverbs 3:6

"In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths."

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