Proverbs 18:11-13

New King James Version

¹¹The rich man’s wealth is his strong city,
And like a high wall in his own esteem.

¹²^(A)Before destruction the heart of a man is haughty,
And before honor is humility.

¹³He who answers a matter before he hears it,
It is folly and shame to him.

Proverbs 18:11-13

New American Standard Bible

¹¹A ^(A)rich person’s wealth is his strong city,
And like a high wall in his own imagination.
¹²^(B)Before destruction the heart of a person is haughty,
But ^(C)humility goes before honor.
¹³One who ^(D)gives an answer before he hears,
It is foolishness and shame to him.