Proverbs 13:10
New International Version
Where there is strife, there is pride, but wisdom is found in those who take advice.

New Living Translation
Pride leads to conflict; those who take advice are wise.

English Standard Version
By insolence comes nothing but strife, but with those who take advice is wisdom.

Berean Standard Bible
Arrogance leads only to strife, but wisdom is with the well-advised.

King James Bible
Only by pride cometh contention: but with the well advised is wisdom.

New King James Version
By pride comes nothing but strife, But with the well-advised is wisdom.

New American Standard Bible
Through overconfidence comes nothing but strife, But wisdom is with those who receive counsel.

NASB 1995
Through insolence comes nothing but strife, But wisdom is with those who receive counsel.

NASB 1977
Through presumption comes nothing but strife, But with those who receive counsel is wisdom.

Legacy Standard Bible
With arrogance comes only quarreling, But with those who receive counsel is wisdom.

Amplified Bible
Through pride and presumption come nothing but strife, But [skillful and godly] wisdom is with those who welcome [well-advised] counsel.

Christian Standard Bible
Arrogance leads to nothing but strife, but wisdom is gained by those who take advice.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Arrogance leads to nothing but strife, but wisdom is gained by those who take advice.

American Standard Version
By pride cometh only contention; But with the well-advised is wisdom.

Contemporary English Version
Too much pride causes trouble. Be sensible and take advice.

English Revised Version
By pride cometh only contention: but with the well advised is wisdom.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Arrogance produces only quarreling, but those who take advice gain wisdom.

Good News Translation
Arrogance causes nothing but trouble. It is wiser to ask for advice.

International Standard Version
Arrogance only brings quarreling, but those receiving advice are wise.

Majority Standard Bible
Arrogance leads only to strife, but wisdom is with the well-advised.

NET Bible
With pride comes only contention, but wisdom is with the well-advised.

New Heart English Bible
Pride only breeds quarrels, but with ones who take advice is wisdom.

Webster's Bible Translation
Only by pride cometh contention: but with the well-advised is wisdom.

World English Bible
Pride only breeds quarrels, but wisdom is with people who take advice.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
A vain man causes debate through pride, "" And wisdom [is] with the counseled.

Young's Literal Translation
A vain man through pride causeth debate, And with the counselled is wisdom.

Smith's Literal Translation
Only by pride contention will be given: but with those being advised, wisdom.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Among the proud there are always contentions: but they that do all things with counsel, are ruled by wisdom.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Among the arrogant, there are always conflicts. But those who do everything with counsel are ruled by wisdom.

New American Bible
The stupid sow discord by their insolence, but wisdom is with those who take counsel.

New Revised Standard Version
By insolence the heedless make strife, but wisdom is with those who take advice.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
A wicked man commits shameful things; but with the well-advised is wisdom.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
An evil man in disgrace does evil, and those who are counseled are wise.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
By pride cometh only contention; But with the well-advised is wisdom.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
A bad man does evil with insolence: but they that are judges of themselves are wise.

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Context
A Father's Discipline
9The light of the righteous shines brightly, but the lamp of the wicked is extinguished. 10Arrogance leads only to strife, but wisdom is with the well-advised. 11Dishonest wealth will dwindle, but what is earned through hard work will be multiplied.…

Cross References
James 3:14-16
But if you harbor bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast in it or deny the truth. / Such wisdom does not come from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. / For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every evil practice.

Proverbs 11:2
When pride comes, disgrace follows, but with humility comes wisdom.

Proverbs 16:18
Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.

1 Corinthians 8:1
Now about food sacrificed to idols: We know that we all have knowledge. Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up.

Philippians 2:3
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves.

Proverbs 29:23
A man’s pride will bring him low, but a humble spirit will obtain honor.

Proverbs 15:33
The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom, and humility comes before honor.

Romans 12:16
Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but associate with the lowly. Do not be conceited.

Proverbs 28:25
A greedy man stirs up strife, but he who trusts in the LORD will prosper.

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 22:10
Drive out the mocker, and conflict will depart; even quarreling and insults will cease.

Galatians 5:26
Let us not become conceited, provoking and envying one another.

Proverbs 18:12
Before his downfall a man’s heart is proud, but humility comes before honor.

Proverbs 21:24
Mocker is the name of the proud and arrogant man—of him who acts with excessive pride.

1 Corinthians 13:4
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.


Treasury of Scripture

Only by pride comes contention: but with the well advised is wisdom.

only

Proverbs 21:24
Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who dealeth in proud wrath.

Judges 12:1-6
And the men of Ephraim gathered themselves together, and went northward, and said unto Jephthah, Wherefore passedst thou over to fight against the children of Ammon, and didst not call us to go with thee? we will burn thine house upon thee with fire…

1 Kings 12:10,11,16
And the young men that were grown up with him spake unto him, saying, Thus shalt thou speak unto this people that spake unto thee, saying, Thy father made our yoke heavy, but make thou it lighter unto us; thus shalt thou say unto them, My little finger shall be thicker than my father's loins…

with

Proverbs 12:15,16
The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise…

Proverbs 17:14
The beginning of strife is as when one letteth out water: therefore leave off contention, before it be meddled with.

Proverbs 19:20
Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.

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Proverbs 13
1. a scoffer does not listen to rebuke














Arrogance
The Hebrew word for "arrogance" is "zadon," which conveys a sense of pride, insolence, or presumptuousness. In the biblical context, arrogance is often associated with a heart that is lifted up against God and others, leading to a lack of humility and an overestimation of one's own abilities or importance. Historically, arrogance has been the downfall of many biblical figures, such as Pharaoh in Exodus, who refused to humble himself before God. This word serves as a warning against the dangers of pride, which can blind individuals to their own faults and lead to destructive behavior.

leads only to strife
The phrase "leads only to strife" highlights the inevitable outcome of arrogance. The Hebrew word for "strife" is "madon," which refers to contention, quarrels, or disputes. In the biblical narrative, strife is often depicted as a result of human sinfulness and pride, leading to broken relationships and communities. The use of "only" emphasizes the certainty of this outcome, suggesting that arrogance does not produce anything beneficial but rather sows discord and division. This serves as a reminder of the importance of humility and the pursuit of peace in our interactions with others.

but wisdom
The word "wisdom" in Hebrew is "chokmah," which encompasses not only knowledge but also the practical application of understanding in daily life. In the book of Proverbs, wisdom is portrayed as a divine attribute that is available to those who seek it with a humble heart. Wisdom is contrasted with arrogance, suggesting that true understanding and insight come from a place of humility and reverence for God. This wisdom is not merely intellectual but is deeply connected to moral and ethical living, guiding individuals in making righteous decisions.

is with the well-advised
The phrase "is with the well-advised" indicates that wisdom is found among those who seek counsel and guidance from others. The Hebrew word for "well-advised" is "nosim," which implies being open to instruction and correction. In the biblical context, seeking advice from wise and godly counselors is a mark of humility and a recognition of one's own limitations. This phrase underscores the value of community and the importance of surrounding oneself with individuals who can provide sound guidance. It also reflects the biblical principle that wisdom is not an isolated pursuit but is cultivated through relationships and shared experiences.

(10) Only by pride cometh contention.--Rather, by pride cometh nothing but contention. A man who is too proud to receive counsel is sure to fall out with others; they are wise who suffer themselves to be advised.

Verse 10. - Only by pride cometh contention. Some render "surely" (raq) for only, as in Genesis 20:11. Others rightly translate, "By pride cometh only, nothing but, contention." Vulgate, "Between the proud disputes are always rife." One who is haughty and overbearing, or who is too conceited to receive advice, is sure to quarrel with others. Septuagint, "An evil man with insult doeth evil." With the well advised is wisdom; those who are not, like the proud, above taking advice and following it, are wise (Proverbs 11:2; Proverbs 12:15). As the Vulgate puts it, "They who do all things with counsel are directed by wisdom." The LXX., reading differently, has, "They who know themselves are wise," which implies that the wise know their own weakness and imperfection, and hearken humbly to good counsel

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Arrogance
בְּ֭זָדוֹן (bə·zā·ḏō·wn)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2087: Insolence, presumptuousness

leads
יִתֵּ֣ן (yit·tên)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5414: To give, put, set

only
רַק־ (raq-)
Adverb
Strong's 7535: But, even, except, howbeit howsoever, at the least, nevertheless

to strife,
מַצָּ֑ה (maṣ·ṣāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4683: Strife, contention

but wisdom
חָכְמָֽה׃ (ḥāḵ·māh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 2451: Wisdom

is with
וְאֶת־ (wə·’eṯ-)
Conjunctive waw | Preposition
Strong's 854: Nearness, near, with, by, at, among

the well-advised.
נ֖וֹעָצִ֣ים (nō·w·‘ā·ṣîm)
Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 3289: To advise, to deliberate, resolve


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