Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.
Pride comes before destruction, and an arrogant attitude comes before a fall.
This verse is warning that pride and arrogance lead to downfall and ruin.
📚 Historical Context
The book of Proverbs is part of the Old Testament's Wisdom Literature, attributed mainly to King Solomon, and was written to provide practical guidance for living wisely in ancient Israelite society. In that culture, pride was viewed as a perilous trait that often led to personal or national downfall, as seen in biblical examples like the stories of arrogant kings or individuals whose overconfidence brought ruin. This proverb fits into the broader tradition of Hebrew wisdom teachings that stressed humility and reverence for God as essential for a stable and prosperous life.
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