Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The LORD detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished. New Living Translation The LORD detests the proud; they will surely be punished. English Standard Version Everyone who is arrogant in heart is an abomination to the LORD; be assured, he will not go unpunished. Berean Standard Bible Everyone who is proud in heart is detestable to the LORD; be assured that he will not go unpunished. King James Bible Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished. New King James Version Everyone proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD; Though they join forces, none will go unpunished. New American Standard Bible Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD; Be assured, he will not go unpunished. NASB 1995 Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD; Assuredly, he will not be unpunished. NASB 1977 Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD; Assuredly, he will not be unpunished. Legacy Standard Bible Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to Yahweh; Assuredly, he will not be unpunished. Amplified Bible Everyone who is proud and arrogant in heart is disgusting and exceedingly offensive to the LORD; Be assured he will not go unpunished. Christian Standard Bible Everyone with a proud heart is detestable to the LORD; be assured, he will not go unpunished. Holman Christian Standard Bible Everyone with a proud heart is detestable to the LORD; be assured, he will not go unpunished. American Standard Version Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to Jehovah: Though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished. Contemporary English Version The LORD doesn't like anyone who is conceited--you can be sure they will be punished. English Revised Version Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished. GOD'S WORD® Translation Everyone with a conceited heart is disgusting to the LORD. Certainly, [such a person]will not go unpunished. Good News Translation The LORD hates everyone who is arrogant; he will never let them escape punishment. International Standard Version The LORD detests those who are proud; truly they will not go unpunished. Majority Standard Bible Everyone who is proud in heart is detestable to the LORD; be assured that he will not go unpunished. NET Bible The LORD abhors every arrogant person; rest assured that they will not go unpunished. New Heart English Bible Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD: they shall certainly not be unpunished. Webster's Bible Translation Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished. World English Bible Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to Yahweh; they shall certainly not be unpunished. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionEvery proud one of heart [is] an abomination to YHWH, "" Hand to hand—he is not acquitted. Young's Literal Translation An abomination to Jehovah is every proud one of heart, Hand to hand he is not acquitted. Smith's Literal Translation Every one lifted up of heart an abomination to Jehovah: and hand to hand, shall not be unpunished. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleEvery proud man is an abomination to the Lord: though hand should be joined to hand, he is not innocent. The beginning of a good way is to do justice; and this is more acceptable with God, than to offer sacrifices. Catholic Public Domain Version All the arrogant are an abomination to the Lord. Even if hand will be joined to hand, he is not innocent. The beginning of a good way is to do justice. And this is more acceptable with God than to immolate sacrifices. New American Bible Every proud heart is an abomination to the LORD; be assured that none will go unpunished. New Revised Standard Version All those who are arrogant are an abomination to the LORD; be assured, they will not go unpunished. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleEvery one who is proud in his heart is an abomination to the LORD; and he who stretches out his hand against his neighbor shall not be pardoned because of this evil. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Everyone that is exalted in his heart is defiled before LORD JEHOVAH, and he that stretches his hand against his neighbor will not be spared from evil. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD; My hand upon it! he shall not be unpunished. Brenton Septuagint Translation Every one that is proud in heart is unclean before God, and he that unjustly strikes hands with hand shall not be held guiltless. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Reply of the Tongue is from the LORD…4The LORD has made everything for His purpose—even the wicked for the day of disaster. 5Everyone who is proud in heart is detestable to the LORD; be assured that he will not go unpunished. 6By loving devotion and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for, and by the fear of the LORD one turns aside from evil.… Cross References James 4:6 But He gives us more grace. This is why it says: “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” 1 Peter 5:5 Young men, in the same way, submit yourselves to your elders. And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” Isaiah 2:12 For the Day of the LORD of Hosts will come against all the proud and lofty, against all that is exalted—it will be humbled— Luke 18:14 I tell you, this man, rather than the Pharisee, went home justified. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.” Matthew 23:12 For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted. 1 Samuel 15:23 For rebellion is like the sin of divination, and arrogance is like the wickedness of idolatry. Because you have rejected the word of the LORD, He has rejected you as king.” Psalm 101:5 Whoever slanders his neighbor in secret, I will put to silence; the one with haughty eyes and a proud heart, I will not endure. Isaiah 13:11 I will punish the world for its evil and the wicked for their iniquity. I will end the haughtiness of the arrogant and lay low the pride of the ruthless. Romans 12:16 Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but associate with the lowly. Do not be conceited. Proverbs 6:16-17 There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him: / haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, Jeremiah 50:31 “Behold, I am against you, O arrogant one,” declares the Lord GOD of Hosts, “for your day has come, the time when I will punish you. Daniel 4:37 Now I, Nebuchadnezzar, praise and exalt and glorify the King of heaven, for all His works are true and all His ways are just. And He is able to humble those who walk in pride. Obadiah 1:3-4 The pride of your heart has deceived you, O dwellers in the clefts of the rocks whose habitation is the heights, who say in your heart, ‘Who can bring me down to the ground?’ / Though you soar like the eagle and make your nest among the stars, even from there I will bring you down,” declares the LORD. Proverbs 8:13 To fear the LORD is to hate evil; I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct, and perverse speech. Isaiah 10:12 So when the Lord has completed all His work against Mount Zion and Jerusalem, He will say, “I will punish the king of Assyria for the fruit of his arrogant heart and the proud look in his eyes. Treasury of Scripture Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished. that Proverbs 6:16,17 These six things doth the LORD hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him: … Proverbs 8:13 The fear of the LORD is to hate evil: pride, and arrogancy, and the evil way, and the froward mouth, do I hate. Job 40:12 Look on every one that is proud, and bring him low; and tread down the wicked in their place. though Proverbs 11:21 Though hand join in hand, the wicked shall not be unpunished: but the seed of the righteous shall be delivered. unpunished Exodus 20:7 Thou shalt not take the name of the LORD thy God in vain; for the LORD will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain. Isaiah 3:11 Woe unto the wicked! it shall be ill with him: for the reward of his hands shall be given him. Romans 2:8,9 But unto them that are contentious, and do not obey the truth, but obey unrighteousness, indignation and wrath, … Jump to Previous Abomination Acquitted Arrogant Assured Assuredly Detests Disgusting Free Hand Heart Held Join Pride Proud Punishment Sure UnpunishedJump to Next Abomination Acquitted Arrogant Assured Assuredly Detests Disgusting Free Hand Heart Held Join Pride Proud Punishment Sure UnpunishedProverbs 16 1. The Plans of the heartEveryone who is proud in heart Pride is a recurring theme in the Bible, often associated with rebellion against God. In biblical context, pride is not merely an inflated sense of self-worth but a deep-seated attitude that places oneself above others and, ultimately, above God. The heart, in Hebrew thought, represents the center of one's being, including mind, will, and emotions. This phrase warns against an internal disposition that exalts oneself. The story of Lucifer's fall (Isaiah 14:12-15) and the Tower of Babel (Genesis 11:1-9) are classic examples of pride leading to downfall. is detestable to the LORD; be assured that he will not go unpunished. Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORDThe sovereign God of Israel, who is holy and just, and who detests pride. 2. The Proud in Heart Individuals who exhibit arrogance and self-exaltation, setting themselves against God's will. 3. Solomon Traditionally considered the author of Proverbs, known for his wisdom and understanding of God's laws. 4. Ancient Israel The cultural and religious context in which these proverbs were written, emphasizing a covenant relationship with God. 5. The Punishment The divine consequence that awaits those who harbor pride, as a reflection of God's justice. Teaching Points The Nature of PridePride is not merely an external action but a condition of the heart that sets itself against God. It is a fundamental sin that leads to other transgressions. God's View of Pride The Hebrew word for "detestable" (to'evah) indicates something that is an abomination to God. This strong language underscores the seriousness with which God views pride. The Certainty of Judgment The phrase "be assured" emphasizes the inevitability of divine punishment for the proud. God's justice is certain and unavoidable. The Call to Humility Believers are called to examine their hearts and root out pride, seeking humility and submission to God's will. Living in Community Pride disrupts relationships and community. Christians are encouraged to foster humility and unity within the body of Christ.(5) Though hand join in hand.--See Note on Proverbs 11:21.Verse 5. - (For the first member, see Proverbs 6:17; Proverbs 8:13.) Says the maxim - Ἀλαζονείας οὔ τις ἐκφεύγει δίκην "Pride hath its certain punishment." We read in the Talmud, "Of every proud man God says, He and I cannot live in the world together." A mediaeval jingle runs - "Hoc retine verbum, frangit Deus omne superbum." Septuagint, "Impure in the sight of God is every high-hearted man (ὑψηλοκάρδιος)." The second member is found in Proverbs 11:21, and must be taken as a form of adjuration. Septuagint, "Putting hands on hand unjustly, he shall not be innocent;" i.e. one who acts violently and unjustly shall be held guilty - which seems a trite truism. Many commentators interpret the clause as if it meant that the cooperation and combination of sinners in evil practices will not save them from retribution. But hand clasping hand in token of completing a bargain or alliance is scarcely an early Oriental custom. There is an analogous saying in Greek which implies mutual assistance - . . . Hebrew Everyoneכָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every [who is] proud גְּבַהּ־ (gə·ḇah-) Adjective - masculine singular construct Strong's 1362: High, proud in heart לֵ֑ב (lêḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3820: The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre is detestable תּוֹעֲבַ֣ת (tō·w·‘ă·ḇaṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 8441: Something disgusting, an abhorrence, idolatry, an idol to the LORD; יְ֭הוָה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel be assured that יָ֥ד (yāḏ) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 3027: A hand he will not לֹ֣א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no go unpunished. יִנָּקֶֽה׃ (yin·nā·qeh) Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5352: To be, clean, to be bare, extirpated Links Proverbs 16:5 NIVProverbs 16:5 NLT Proverbs 16:5 ESV Proverbs 16:5 NASB Proverbs 16:5 KJV Proverbs 16:5 BibleApps.com Proverbs 16:5 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 16:5 Chinese Bible Proverbs 16:5 French Bible Proverbs 16:5 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 16:5 Everyone who is proud in heart (Prov. 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