Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The proud and arrogant person—"Mocker” is his name— behaves with insolent fury. New Living Translation Mockers are proud and haughty; they act with boundless arrogance. English Standard Version “Scoffer” is the name of the arrogant, haughty man who acts with arrogant pride. Berean Standard Bible Mocker is the name of the proud and arrogant man—of him who acts with excessive pride. King James Bible Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who dealeth in proud wrath. New King James Version A proud and haughty man—“Scoffer” is his name; He acts with arrogant pride. New American Standard Bible “Proud,” “Arrogant,” “Scoffer,” are his names, One who acts with insolent pride. NASB 1995 “Proud,” “Haughty,” “Scoffer,” are his names, Who acts with insolent pride. NASB 1977 “Proud,” “Haughty,” “Scoffer,” are his names, Who acts with insolent pride. Legacy Standard Bible “Arrogant,” “Haughty,” “Scoffer,” are his names, Who acts with arrogant fury. Amplified Bible “Proud,” “Haughty,” “Scoffer,” are his names Who acts with overbearing and insolent pride. Christian Standard Bible The arrogant and proud person, named “Mocker,” acts with excessive arrogance. Holman Christian Standard Bible The proud and arrogant person, named “Mocker,” acts with excessive pride. American Standard Version The proud and haughty man, scoffer is his name; He worketh in the arrogance of pride. Contemporary English Version If you are proud and conceited, everyone will say, "You're a snob!" English Revised Version The proud and haughty man, scorner is his name, he worketh in the arrogance of pride. GOD'S WORD® Translation An arrogant, conceited person is called a mocker. His arrogance knows no limits. Good News Translation Show me a conceited person and I will show you someone who is arrogant, proud, and inconsiderate. International Standard Version The names "Proud," "Arrogant," and "Mocker" fit whoever acts with presumptuous conceit. Majority Standard Bible Mocker is the name of the proud and arrogant man?of him who acts with excessive pride. NET Bible A proud and arrogant person, whose name is "Scoffer," acts with overbearing pride. New Heart English Bible The proud and haughty man, "scoffer" is his name; he works in the arrogance of pride. Webster's Bible Translation Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who dealeth in proud wrath. World English Bible The proud and arrogant man—“Scoffer” is his name— he works in the arrogance of pride. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionProud, haughty, scorner—his name, "" Who is working in the wrath of pride. Young's Literal Translation Proud, haughty, scorner is his name, Who is working in the wrath of pride. Smith's Literal Translation Proud, arrogant, mocking, is his name doing in the wrath of pride. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe proud and the arrogant is called ignorant, who in anger worketh pride. Catholic Public Domain Version A proud and arrogant one is also called ignorant, if he, in anger, acts according to pride. New American Bible Proud, boastful—scoffer is the name: those who act with overbearing pride. New Revised Standard Version The proud, haughty person, named “Scoffer,” acts with arrogant pride. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleIn his wrath a hasty and proud man commits iniquity. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated An insolent one whose name is mighty does evil in his wrath. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917A proud and haughty man, scorner is his name, Even he that dealeth in overbearing pride. Brenton Septuagint Translation A bold and self-willed and insolent man is called a pest: and he that remembers injuries is a transgressor. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The King's Heart…23He who guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from distress. 24Mocker is the name of the proud and arrogant man— of him who acts with excessive pride. 25The craving of the slacker kills him because his hands refuse to work.… 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.” Proverbs 16:18 Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. Isaiah 2:11 The proud look of man will be humbled, and the loftiness of men brought low; the LORD alone will be exalted in that day. Romans 12:3 For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but think of yourself with sober judgment, according to the measure of faith God has given you. 1 Corinthians 13:4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. Philippians 2:3 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves. Matthew 23:12 For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted. Luke 14:11 For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and the one who humbles himself will be exalted.” Galatians 6:3 If anyone thinks he is something when he is nothing, he deceives himself. 2 Timothy 3:2 For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, 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, Proverbs 8:13 To fear the LORD is to hate evil; I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct, and perverse speech. Proverbs 11:2 When pride comes, disgrace follows, but with humility comes wisdom. Proverbs 13:10 Arrogance leads only to strife, but wisdom is with the well-advised. Treasury of Scripture Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who deals in proud wrath. haughty Proverbs 6:17 A proud look, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, Proverbs 16:18 Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall. Proverbs 18:12 Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honour is humility. proud wrath Jump to Previous Acting Acts Arrogance Arrogant Behaves Dealeth Haughty Insolent Lifted Mocker Names Outburst Overbearing Overweening Pride Proud Scoffer Scorner Soul Worketh Working Works WrathJump to Next Acting Acts Arrogance Arrogant Behaves Dealeth Haughty Insolent Lifted Mocker Names Outburst Overbearing Overweening Pride Proud Scoffer Scorner Soul Worketh Working Works WrathProverbs 21 1. The king's heart in the hand of the LordMocker is the name In biblical literature, a "mocker" is someone who ridicules or scorns others, often showing contempt for wisdom and instruction. This term is frequently associated with those who reject God's teachings and moral guidance. The Book of Proverbs often contrasts the wise with the mockers, highlighting the latter's foolishness and eventual downfall (Proverbs 9:7-8, 13:1). The use of "name" here signifies identity and character, indicating that being a mocker is not just an action but a defining trait. of the proud and arrogant man— of him who acts with excessive pride. Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonTraditionally considered the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His proverbs often address themes of wisdom, folly, and moral conduct. 2. The Proud and Arrogant This refers to individuals characterized by excessive pride and self-importance, often leading to mockery and scorn of others. 3. Mocker In the context of Proverbs, a mocker is someone who ridicules or scorns others, often as a result of their own pride and arrogance. Teaching Points The Dangers of PridePride leads to a downfall. It blinds individuals to their own faults and creates a barrier between them and God. The Role of Humility Embracing humility opens the door to wisdom and grace. It allows for growth and learning, fostering a closer relationship with God. Mockery as a Symptom of Pride Mockery often stems from a place of insecurity and pride. Recognizing this can help us address the root cause and seek transformation. Guarding Against Arrogance Regular self-examination and prayer can help us identify and combat prideful tendencies in our lives. Community and Accountability Engaging with a faith community provides support and accountability, helping us to remain humble and avoid the pitfalls of pride.(24) Proud and haughty scorner is his name.--See above on Proverbs 1:22.Verse 24. - Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who dealeth in proud wrath. (For "scorner" (לצ), the esprit fort, the freethinking sceptic of Solomon's day, see notes on Proverbs 1:22 and Proverbs 14:6.) The verse is better translated, A proud, arrogant man, scoffer is his name, who worketh in superfluity of pride. עֶבְרָה (ebrah), translated "wrath," denotes also want of moderation, excess, presumption (see note on Proverbs 11:23). The proverb explains the meaning of the name, letz, given to these rationalists; their contempt of revealed religion proceeds from pride of intellect, which refuses instruction, and blinds the eyes to the truth. The warning comes home to us in these times, when the "higher criticism" too often runs into gross scepticism and infidelity. Septuagint, "A bold and self-willed and insolent man is called a pest (λοιμὸς), and he that remembers injuries is a transgressor." Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Proud,זֵ֣ד (zêḏ) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2086: Insolent, presumptuous Arrogant, יָ֭הִיר (yā·hîr) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 3093: Elated, arrogant and Mocker לֵ֣ץ (lêṣ) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 3887: Ambassador, have in derision, interpreter, make a mock, mocker are the names שְׁמ֑וֹ (šə·mōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 8034: A name of him who acts ע֝וֹשֶׂ֗ה (‘ō·w·śeh) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make with excessive בְּעֶבְרַ֥ת (bə·‘eḇ·raṯ) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 5678: Overflow, arrogance, fury pride. זָדֽוֹן׃ (zā·ḏō·wn) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2087: Insolence, presumptuousness Links Proverbs 21:24 NIVProverbs 21:24 NLT Proverbs 21:24 ESV Proverbs 21:24 NASB Proverbs 21:24 KJV Proverbs 21:24 BibleApps.com Proverbs 21:24 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 21:24 Chinese Bible Proverbs 21:24 French Bible Proverbs 21:24 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 21:24 The proud and haughty man scoffer (Prov. 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