Proverbs 28:11 meaning and explanation

A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man with discernment sees through him.

Proverbs 28:11, Berean Standard Bible

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This proverb is a saying from Israel's wisdom tradition, observing how wealth can distort self-perception. The rich man is not condemned for being rich; his fault is that he is wise in his own eyes, an idiom for self-deception and pride.

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