What Does the Bible Say About Pride and Ego?

The Bible addresses pride and ego across both Old and New Testaments. These verses are organized by biblical era — from the patriarchs to the apostles — letting Scripture speak for itself.

2 verses·2 eras·1 promises

Divided Kingdom (~930 BC)

Behold, his soul is puffed up. It is not upright in him, but the righteous will live by his faith.
Habakkuk 2:4· GodPromise

United Kingdom (~1000 BC)

Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.

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