Topical Encyclopedia Pride is a recurring theme in the Bible, often associated with the downfall and moral corruption of individuals and nations. It is depicted as a sin that leads to destruction and is frequently linked with the wicked, who are described as being encompassed by it. The Bible provides numerous examples and teachings that illustrate the dangers and consequences of pride.Biblical References: 1. Psalm 73:6 : "Therefore pride is their necklace; they clothe themselves with violence." This verse vividly portrays pride as an adornment for the wicked, suggesting that it is not only a part of their identity but also a source of their violent actions. The imagery of a necklace implies that pride is worn openly and is a central aspect of their character. 2. Proverbs 16:18 : "Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall." This well-known proverb highlights the inevitable downfall that follows pride. It serves as a warning that those who are consumed by pride are on a path to ruin, emphasizing the destructive nature of this sin. 3. Isaiah 2:11-12 : "The proud look of man will be humbled, and the loftiness of men will be brought low; the LORD alone will be exalted in that day. 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." These verses underscore the ultimate judgment that awaits the proud. The prophet Isaiah speaks of a time when God will humble the proud and exalt Himself, demonstrating His sovereignty over human arrogance. 4. Obadiah 1:3-4 : "The pride of your heart has deceived you, O dwellers in the clefts of the rocks, whose habitation is high, 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." The book of Obadiah addresses the pride of Edom, illustrating how their self-deception and false sense of security will lead to their downfall. God's declaration serves as a reminder that no height of pride can escape His judgment. 5. Daniel 4:30-31 : "The king exclaimed, 'Is this not Babylon the Great, which I myself have built by the might of my power and for the glory of my majesty?' While the words were still in the king’s mouth, a voice came from heaven: 'It is decreed for you, King Nebuchadnezzar, that your kingdom has been removed from you.'" King Nebuchadnezzar's pride in his accomplishments leads to his temporary downfall and madness, illustrating the immediate consequences of pride and the sovereignty of God over earthly rulers. Theological Insights: Pride is often seen as the root of other sins, as it elevates the self above God and others. It is a direct challenge to God's authority and a denial of human dependence on Him. The Bible consistently teaches that God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble (James 4:6). This opposition is not only a future judgment but also a present reality, as pride blinds individuals to their need for God and leads them into further sin. The wicked, encompassed by pride, are depicted as those who reject God's authority and live according to their own desires. Their pride is both their adornment and their downfall, as it leads them away from the path of righteousness and into destruction. The biblical narrative warns believers to guard against pride, to seek humility, and to recognize their dependence on God for all things. Torrey's Topical Textbook Psalm 73:6Therefore pride compasses them about as a chain; violence covers them as a garment. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library 2 Cor. x. 1, 2 Of the Erythr??an Sibyl, who Pointed in a Prophetic Acrostic at ... How God Overthrew the Nation of the Sodomites, Out of his Wrath ... 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