Proverbs 16:5
5 The Lord detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished.
Other Translations of Proverbs 16:5
King James Version
5 Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the Lord: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished.
English Standard Version
5 Everyone who is arrogant in heart is an abomination to the Lord; be assured, he will not go unpunished.
The Message
5 God can't stomach arrogance or pretense; believe me, he'll put those upstarts in their place.
New King James Version
5 Everyone proud in heart is an abomination to the Lord; Though they join forces, none will go unpunished.
New Living Translation
5 The Lord detests the proud; they will surely be punished.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 16:5
Commentary on Proverbs 16:5
(Read Proverbs 16:5)
Though sinners strengthen themselves and one another, they shall not escape God's judgments.