Proverbs 16:5

“Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished.”

"Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished." - Proverbs 16:5
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What does Proverbs 16:5 mean?

Proverbs 16:5 (KJV) says, "Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the Lord: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished." This verse from the book of Proverbs contains a powerful message about the nature of pride and its consequences according to the King…

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The Weight of Pride: A Heart Refined

Proverbs 16:5 states, "Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished." This succinct yet profound verse provides a sobering truth about the nature of pride and its consequences in the life of a believer. The…

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A Humble Heart: A Prayer Against Pride and for Heavenly Wisdom

O Gracious and Sovereign Lord, As I bow my head before You, I am reminded of the profound truth contained in Your Word. I reflect on Proverbs 16:5, where You declare, "Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD: though hand join in hand, he shall not be…

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