“Behold, his soul is puffed up. It is not upright in him, but the righteous will live by his faith.”
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)
United Kingdom (~1000 BC)
“Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.”
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