2 When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.

Other Translations of Proverbs 11:2

King James Version

2 When pride cometh, then cometh shame: but with the lowly is wisdom.

English Standard Version

2 When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with the humble is wisdom.

The Message

2 The stuck-up fall flat on their faces, but down-to-earth people stand firm.

New King James Version

2 When pride comes, then comes shame; But with the humble is wisdom.

New Living Translation

2 Pride leads to disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 11:2

Commentary on Proverbs 11:2

(Read Proverbs 11:2)

Considering how safe, and quiet, and easy the humble are, we see that with the lowly is wisdom.