What does Proverbs 16:18 mean?

Proverbs 16:18 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 16:18 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.

16How much better is it to get wisdom than gold! and to get understanding rather to be chosen than silver!

17The highway of the upright is to depart from evil: he that keepeth his way preserveth his soul.

18Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.

19Better it is to be of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.

20He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he.

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