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they act with boundless arrogance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/21.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />“Scoffer” is the name of the arrogant, haughty man who acts with arrogant pride.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/21.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Mocker is the name of the proud and arrogant man—of him who acts with excessive pride.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/21.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Proud <i>and</i> haughty scorner <i>is</i> his name, who dealeth in proud wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/21.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />A proud <i>and</i> haughty <i>man</i>—“Scoffer” <i>is</i> his name; He acts with arrogant pride.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/21.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“Proud,” “Arrogant,” “Scoffer,” are his names, <i>One</i> who acts with insolent pride.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/21.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220Proud,&#8221 &#8220Haughty,&#8221 &#8220Scoffer,&#8221 are his names, Who acts with insolent pride.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/21.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“Proud,” “Haughty,” “Scoffer,” are his names, Who acts with insolent pride.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/21.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />“Arrogant,” “Haughty,” “Scoffer,” are his names, Who acts with arrogant fury.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/21.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“Proud,” “Haughty,” “Scoffer,” are his names Who acts with overbearing <i>and</i> insolent pride.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/21.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The arrogant and proud person, named “Mocker,” acts with excessive arrogance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/21.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The proud and arrogant person, named &#8220Mocker,&#8221 acts with excessive pride. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/21.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />The proud and haughty man, scoffer is his name; He worketh in the arrogance of pride.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/21.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />If you are proud and conceited, everyone will say, "You're a snob!" <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/21.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The proud and haughty man, scorner is his name, he worketh in the arrogance of pride.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/21.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />An arrogant, conceited person is called a mocker. His arrogance knows no limits.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/21.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Show me a conceited person and I will show you someone who is arrogant, proud, and inconsiderate. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/21.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The names "Proud," "Arrogant," and "Mocker" fit whoever acts with presumptuous conceit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/21.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Mocker is the name of the proud and arrogant man?of him who acts with excessive pride.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/21.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />A proud and arrogant person, whose name is "Scoffer," acts with overbearing pride. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/21.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The proud and haughty man, "scoffer" is his name; he works in the arrogance of pride.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/21.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who dealeth in proud wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/21.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The proud and arrogant man—“Scoffer” is his name— he works in the arrogance of pride. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/21.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Proud, haughty, scorner—his name, "" Who is working in the wrath of pride.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/21.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Proud, haughty, scorner is his name, Who is working in the wrath of pride.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/21.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Proud, arrogant, mocking, is his name doing in the wrath of pride.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/21.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The proud and the arrogant is called ignorant, who in anger worketh pride. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/21.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />A proud and arrogant one is also called ignorant, if he, in anger, acts according to pride.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/21.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Proud, boastful—scoffer is the name: those who act with overbearing pride. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/21.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The proud, haughty person, named “Scoffer,” acts with arrogant pride.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/21.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />In his wrath a hasty and proud man commits iniquity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/21.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />An insolent one whose name is mighty does evil in his wrath.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/21.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />A proud and haughty man, scorner is his name, Even he that dealeth in overbearing pride.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/21.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />A bold and self-willed and insolent <i>man</i> is called a pest: and he that remembers injuries is a transgressor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/21-24.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=4319" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/21.htm">The King's Heart</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">23</span>He who guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from distress. <span class="reftext">24</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3887.htm" title="3887: lêṣ (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- A primitive root; properly, to make mouths at, i.e. To scoff; hence to interpret, or intercede.">Mocker</a> <a href="/hebrew/8034.htm" title="8034: šə·mōw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- A primitive word; an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character.">is the name</a> <a href="/hebrew/2086.htm" title="2086: zêḏ (Adj-ms) -- Insolent, presumptuous. From zuwd; arrogant.">of the proud</a> <a href="/hebrew/3093.htm" title="3093: yā·hîr (Adj-ms) -- Proud, haughty. Probably from the same as har; elated; hence, arrogant.">and arrogant man—</a> <a href="/hebrew/6213.htm" title="6213: ‘ō·w·śeh (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To do, make. A primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application.">of him who acts</a> <a href="/hebrew/5678.htm" title="5678: bə·‘eḇ·raṯ (Prep-b:: N-fsc) -- Overflow, arrogance, fury. Feminine of eber; an outburst of passion.">with excessive</a> <a href="/hebrew/2087.htm" title="2087: zā·ḏō·wn (N-ms) -- Insolence, presumptuousness. From zuwd; arrogance.">pride.</a> </span><span class="reftext">25</span>The craving of the slacker kills him because his hands refuse to work.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/4-6.htm">James 4:6</a></span><br />But He gives us more grace. This is why it says: “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/5-5.htm">1 Peter 5:5</a></span><br />Young men, in the same way, submit yourselves to your elders. And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/16-18.htm">Proverbs 16:18</a></span><br />Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/2-11.htm">Isaiah 2:11</a></span><br />The proud look of man will be humbled, and the loftiness of men brought low; the LORD alone will be exalted in that day.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-3.htm">Romans 12:3</a></span><br />For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but think of yourself with sober judgment, according to the measure of faith God has given you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/13-4.htm">1 Corinthians 13:4</a></span><br />Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/2-3.htm">Philippians 2:3</a></span><br />Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/23-12.htm">Matthew 23:12</a></span><br />For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/14-11.htm">Luke 14:11</a></span><br />For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/6-3.htm">Galatians 6:3</a></span><br />If anyone thinks he is something when he is nothing, he deceives himself.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/3-2.htm">2 Timothy 3:2</a></span><br />For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/6-16.htm">Proverbs 6:16-17</a></span><br />There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him: / haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/8-13.htm">Proverbs 8:13</a></span><br />To fear the LORD is to hate evil; I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct, and perverse speech.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/11-2.htm">Proverbs 11:2</a></span><br />When pride comes, disgrace follows, but with humility comes wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/13-10.htm">Proverbs 13:10</a></span><br />Arrogance leads only to strife, but wisdom is with the well-advised.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who deals in proud wrath.</p><p class="hdg">haughty</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/6-17.htm">Proverbs 6:17</a></b></br> A proud look, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood,</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/16-18.htm">Proverbs 16:18</a></b></br> Pride <i>goeth</i> before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/18-12.htm">Proverbs 18:12</a></b></br> Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honour <i>is</i> humility.</p><p class="hdg">proud wrath </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/21-12.htm">Acting</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-7.htm">Acts</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-13.htm">Arrogance</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-7.htm">Arrogant</a> <a href="/psalms/31-23.htm">Behaves</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-26.htm">Dealeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-4.htm">Haughty</a> <a href="/psalms/119-21.htm">Insolent</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-14.htm">Lifted</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-11.htm">Mocker</a> <a href="/psalms/147-4.htm">Names</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/15-13.htm">Outburst</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-7.htm">Overbearing</a> <a href="/jeremiah/48-29.htm">Overweening</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-11.htm">Pride</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-4.htm">Proud</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-11.htm">Scoffer</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-11.htm">Scorner</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-23.htm">Soul</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-4.htm">Worketh</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-26.htm">Working</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-26.htm">Works</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-14.htm">Wrath</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/ecclesiastes/2-19.htm">Acting</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-12.htm">Acts</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-13.htm">Arrogance</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-25.htm">Arrogant</a> <a href="/job/15-25.htm">Behaves</a> <a href="/isaiah/21-2.htm">Dealeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-13.htm">Haughty</a> <a href="/isaiah/14-4.htm">Insolent</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-12.htm">Lifted</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-10.htm">Mocker</a> <a href="/isaiah/40-26.htm">Names</a> <a href="/isaiah/54-8.htm">Outburst</a> <a href="/titus/1-7.htm">Overbearing</a> <a href="/isaiah/16-6.htm">Overweening</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-10.htm">Pride</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-25.htm">Proud</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-10.htm">Scoffer</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-10.htm">Scorner</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-5.htm">Soul</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-10.htm">Worketh</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-13.htm">Working</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-12.htm">Works</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-8.htm">Wrath</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 21</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/21-1.htm">The king's heart in the hand of the Lord</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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This term is frequently associated with those who reject God's teachings and moral guidance. The Book of Proverbs often contrasts the wise with the mockers, highlighting the latter's foolishness and eventual downfall (<a href="/proverbs/9-7.htm">Proverbs 9:7-8, 13</a>:1). The use of "name" here signifies identity and character, indicating that being a mocker is not just an action but a defining trait.<p><b>of the proud and arrogant man—</b><br>Pride and arrogance are consistently condemned throughout Scripture. They are seen as the root of many sins, leading individuals to elevate themselves above others and, ultimately, above God. In the cultural context of ancient Israel, humility was a valued trait, and pride was often linked to rebellion against God (<a href="/isaiah/2-11.htm">Isaiah 2:11-12</a>). The proud and arrogant man is one who trusts in his own strength and wisdom rather than in God, reminiscent of figures like Pharaoh in Exodus, who hardened his heart against God's commands.<p><b>of him who acts with excessive pride.</b><br>Excessive pride, or hubris, is a dangerous trait that leads to one's downfall. The Bible provides numerous examples of individuals who fell due to their pride, such as King Nebuchadnezzar in <a href="/daniel/4.htm">Daniel 4</a>, who was humbled by God until he acknowledged God's sovereignty. This phrase serves as a warning against self-exaltation and a reminder of the biblical principle that "pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall" (<a href="/proverbs/16-18.htm">Proverbs 16:18</a>). It also points to the ultimate example of humility found in Jesus Christ, who, though being in very nature God, humbled Himself and became obedient to death (<a href="/philippians/2-5.htm">Philippians 2:5-8</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally considered the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His proverbs often address themes of wisdom, folly, and moral conduct.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_proud_and_arrogant.htm">The Proud and Arrogant</a></b><br>This refers to individuals characterized by excessive pride and self-importance, often leading to mockery and scorn of others.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/m/mocker.htm">Mocker</a></b><br>In the context of Proverbs, a mocker is someone who ridicules or scorns others, often as a result of their own pride and arrogance.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_dangers_of_pride.htm">The Dangers of Pride</a></b><br>Pride leads to a downfall. It blinds individuals to their own faults and creates a barrier between them and God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_humility.htm">The Role of Humility</a></b><br>Embracing humility opens the door to wisdom and grace. It allows for growth and learning, fostering a closer relationship with God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/m/mockery_as_a_symptom_of_pride.htm">Mockery as a Symptom of Pride</a></b><br>Mockery often stems from a place of insecurity and pride. Recognizing this can help us address the root cause and seek transformation.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/guarding_against_arrogance.htm">Guarding Against Arrogance</a></b><br>Regular self-examination and prayer can help us identify and combat prideful tendencies in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_and_accountability.htm">Community and Accountability</a></b><br>Engaging with a faith community provides support and accountability, helping us to remain humble and avoid the pitfalls of pride.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_21.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 21</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_are_a_scorner's_traits_in_the_bible.htm">What defines a scorner's traits and behavior in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_scoffers.htm">What does the Bible say about scoffers?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_being_doers_of_the_word_mean.htm">What does the Bible say about arrogance?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_proverbs_22_10_with_love.htm">Proverbs 22:10: How do we reconcile the call to 'drive out the mocker' with the New Testament emphasis on love, forgiveness, and inclusion?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/21.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(24) <span class= "bld">Proud and haughty scorner is his name.--</span>See above on <a href="/proverbs/1-22.htm" title="How long, you simple ones, will you love simplicity? and the scorners delight in their scorning, and fools hate knowledge?">Proverbs 1:22</a>.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/21.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 24.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who dealeth in proud wrath.</span> (For "scorner" (<span class="hebrew">לצ</span>), the <span class="accented">esprit fort</span>, the freethinking sceptic of Solomon's day, see notes on Proverbs 1:22 and Proverbs 14:6.) The verse is better translated, <span class="accented">A proud, arrogant man, scoffer is his name, who worketh in superfluity of pride</span>. <span class="hebrew">עֶבְרָה</span> (<span class="accented">ebrah</span>), translated "wrath," denotes also want of moderation, excess, presumption (see note on Proverbs 11:23). The proverb explains the meaning of the name, <span class="accented">letz</span>, given to these rationalists; their contempt of revealed religion proceeds from pride of intellect, which refuses instruction, and blinds the eyes to the truth. The warning comes home to us in these times, when the "higher criticism" too often runs into gross scepticism and infidelity. Septuagint, "A bold and self-willed and insolent man is called a pest (<span class="greek">λοιμὸς</span>), and he that remembers injuries is a transgressor." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/21-24.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Proud,</span><br /><span class="heb">זֵ֣ד</span> <span class="translit">(zêḏ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2086.htm">Strong's 2086: </a> </span><span class="str2">Insolent, presumptuous</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Arrogant,</span><br /><span class="heb">יָ֭הִיר</span> <span class="translit">(yā·hîr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3093.htm">Strong's 3093: </a> </span><span class="str2">Elated, arrogant</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and Mocker</span><br /><span class="heb">לֵ֣ץ</span> <span class="translit">(lêṣ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3887.htm">Strong's 3887: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ambassador, have in derision, interpreter, make a mock, mocker</span><br /><br /><span class="word">are the names</span><br /><span class="heb">שְׁמ֑וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(šə·mōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8034.htm">Strong's 8034: </a> </span><span class="str2">A name</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of him who acts</span><br /><span class="heb">ע֝וֹשֶׂ֗ה</span> <span class="translit">(‘ō·w·śeh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6213.htm">Strong's 6213: </a> </span><span class="str2">To do, make</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with excessive</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּעֶבְרַ֥ת</span> <span class="translit">(bə·‘eḇ·raṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5678.htm">Strong's 5678: </a> </span><span class="str2">Overflow, arrogance, fury</span><br /><br /><span class="word">pride.</span><br /><span class="heb">זָדֽוֹן׃</span> <span class="translit">(zā·ḏō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2087.htm">Strong's 2087: </a> </span><span class="str2">Insolence, presumptuousness</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/21-24.htm">Proverbs 21:24 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/21-24.htm">Proverbs 21:24 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/21-24.htm">Proverbs 21:24 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/21-24.htm">Proverbs 21:24 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/21-24.htm">Proverbs 21:24 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/21-24.htm">Proverbs 21:24 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/21-24.htm">Proverbs 21:24 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/21-24.htm">Proverbs 21:24 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/21-24.htm">Proverbs 21:24 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/21-24.htm">Proverbs 21:24 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/21-24.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 21:24 The proud and haughty man scoffer (Prov. 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