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one who is poor and discerning sees how deluded they are.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/28.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Rich people may think they are wise, but a poor person with discernment can see right through them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/28.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man who has understanding will find him out.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/28.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man with discernment sees through him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/28.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The rich man <i>is</i> wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/28.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The rich man <i>is</i> wise in his own eyes, But the poor who has understanding searches him out.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/28.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The rich person is wise in his own eyes, But the poor who has understanding sees through him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/28.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The rich man is wise in his own eyes, But the poor who has understanding sees through him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/28.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The rich man is wise in his own eyes, But the poor who has understanding sees through him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/28.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />The rich man is wise in his own eyes, But the lowly who understands searches him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/28.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The rich man [who is conceited and relies on his wealth instead of God] is wise in his own eyes, But the poor man who has understanding [because he relies on God] is able to see through him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/28.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A rich person is wise in his own eyes, but a poor one who has discernment sees through him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/28.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man who has discernment sees through him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/28.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />The rich man is wise in his own conceit; But the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/28.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The rich think highly of themselves, but anyone poor and sensible sees right through them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/28.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/28.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />A rich person is wise in his own eyes, but a poor person with understanding sees right through him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/28.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Rich people always think they are wise, but a poor person who has insight into character knows better. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/28.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The rich man may be wise in his own opinion; but a discerning, poor man sees through him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/28.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man with discernment sees through him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/28.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />A rich person is wise in his own eyes, but a discerning poor person can evaluate him properly. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/28.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/28.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor man that hath understanding searcheth him out.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/28.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/28.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />A rich man is wise in his own eyes, "" And the intelligent poor searches him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/28.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> A rich man is wise in his own eyes, And the intelligent poor searcheth him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/28.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />The rich man is wise in his eyes, and the poor one understanding shall search him out.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/28.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The rich man seemeth to himself wise: but the poor man that is prudent shall search him out. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/28.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />The rich one seems wise to himself. But the poor one, being prudent, shall evaluate him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/28.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The rich are wise in their own eyes, but the poor who are intelligent see through them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/28.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The rich is wise in self-esteem, but an intelligent poor person sees through the pose.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/28.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but a poor man of understanding will reprove him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/28.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The rich man is wise in his own eyes and a poor intelligent one condemns him.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/28.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The rich man is wise in his own eyes; But the poor that hath understanding searcheth him through.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/28.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />A rich man is wise in his own conceit; but an intelligent poor man will condemn him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/28-11.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=5769" 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/28.htm">The Boldness of the Righteous</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">10</span>He who leads the upright along the path of evil will fall into his own pit, but the blameless will inherit what is good. <span class="reftext">11</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/6223.htm" title="6223: ‘ā·šîr (Adj-ms) -- Rich. From ashar; rich, whether literal or figurative.">A rich</a> <a href="/hebrew/376.htm" title="376: ’îš (N-ms) -- Man. Contracted for 'enowsh; a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term.">man</a> <a href="/hebrew/2450.htm" title="2450: ḥā·ḵām (Adj-ms) -- Wise. From chakam; wise.">is wise</a> <a href="/hebrew/5869.htm" title="5869: bə·‘ê·nāw (Prep-b:: N-cdc:: 3ms) -- An eye. Probably a primitive word; an eye; by analogy, a fountain.">in his own eyes,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1800.htm" title="1800: wə·ḏal (Conj-w:: Adj-ms) -- Dangling, weak, thin. From dalal; properly, dangling, i.e. weak or thin.">but a poor man</a> <a href="/hebrew/995.htm" title="995: mê·ḇîn (V-Hifil-Prtcpl-ms) -- To discern. A primitive root; to separate mentally, i.e.(generally) understand.">with discernment</a> <a href="/hebrew/2713.htm" title="2713: yaḥ·qə·ren·nū (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms:: 3mse) -- To search. A primitive root; properly, to penetrate; hence, to examine intimately.">sees through him.</a> </span><span class="reftext">12</span>When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.…<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/1-9.htm">James 1:9-10</a></span><br />The brother in humble circumstances should exult in his high position. / But the one who is rich should exult in his low position, because he will pass away like a flower of the field.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/1-26.htm">1 Corinthians 1:26-29</a></span><br />Brothers, consider the time of your calling: Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were powerful; not many were of noble birth. / But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. / He chose the lowly and despised things of the world, and the things that are not, to nullify the things that are, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/16-19.htm">Luke 16:19-31</a></span><br />Now there was a rich man dressed in purple and fine linen, who lived each day in joyous splendor. / And a beggar named Lazarus lay at his gate, covered with sores / and longing to be fed with the crumbs that fell from the rich man’s table. Even the dogs came and licked his sores. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/6-17.htm">1 Timothy 6:17-19</a></span><br />Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be conceited and not to put their hope in the uncertainty of wealth, but in God, who richly provides all things for us to enjoy. / Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share, / treasuring up for themselves a firm foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/19-23.htm">Matthew 19:23-24</a></span><br />Then Jesus said to His disciples, “Truly I tell you, it is hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven. / Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/3-17.htm">Revelation 3:17-18</a></span><br />You say, ‘I am rich; I have grown wealthy and need nothing.’ But you do not realize that you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind, and naked. / I counsel you to buy from Me gold refined by fire so that you may become rich, white garments so that you may be clothed and your shameful nakedness not exposed, and salve to anoint your eyes so that you may see.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/12-16.htm">Luke 12:16-21</a></span><br />Then He told them a parable: “The ground of a certain rich man produced an abundance. / So he thought to himself, ‘What shall I do, since I have nowhere to store my crops?’ / Then he said, ‘This is what I will do: I will tear down my barns and will build bigger ones, and there I will store up all my grain and my goods. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/2-15.htm">1 John 2:15-17</a></span><br />Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. / For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father but from the world. / The world is passing away, along with its desires; but whoever does the will of God remains forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/6-19.htm">Matthew 6:19-21</a></span><br />Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. / But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. / For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/10-23.htm">Mark 10:23-25</a></span><br />Then Jesus looked around and said to His disciples, “How hard it is for the rich to enter the kingdom of God!” / And the disciples were amazed at His words. But Jesus said to them again, “Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! / It is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/9-11.htm">Ecclesiastes 9:11</a></span><br />I saw something else under the sun: The race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong; neither is the bread to the wise, nor the wealth to the intelligent, nor the favor to the skillful. For time and chance happen to all.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/9-23.htm">Jeremiah 9:23-24</a></span><br />This is what the LORD says: “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, nor the strong man in his strength, nor the wealthy man in his riches. / But let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the LORD, who exercises loving devotion, justice and righteousness on the earth—for I delight in these things,” declares the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/49-6.htm">Psalm 49:6-7</a></span><br />They trust in their wealth and boast in their great riches. / No man can possibly redeem his brother or pay his ransom to God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/5-21.htm">Isaiah 5:21</a></span><br />Woe to those who are wise in their own eyes and clever in their own sight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/32-9.htm">Job 32:9</a></span><br />It is not only the old who are wise, or the elderly who understand justice.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that has understanding searches him out.</p><p class="hdg">rich</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/18-11.htm">Proverbs 18:11</a></b></br> The rich man's wealth <i>is</i> his strong city, and as an high wall in his own conceit.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/23-4.htm">Proverbs 23:4</a></b></br> Labour not to be rich: cease from thine own wisdom.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/10-13.htm">Isaiah 10:13,14</a></b></br> For he saith, By the strength of my hand I have done <i>it</i>, and by my wisdom; for I am prudent: and I have removed the bounds of the people, and have robbed their treasures, and I have put down the inhabitants like a valiant <i>man</i>: … </p><p class="hdg">his own conceit</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/26-16.htm">Proverbs 26:16</a></b></br> The sluggard <i>is</i> wiser in his own conceit than seven men that can render a reason.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/5-21.htm">Isaiah 5:21</a></b></br> Woe unto <i>them that are</i> wise in their own eyes, and prudent in their own sight!</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/11-25.htm">Romans 11:25</a></b></br> For I would not, brethren, that ye should be ignorant of this mystery, lest ye should be wise in your own conceits; that blindness in part is happened to Israel, until the fulness of the Gentiles be come in.</p><p class="hdg">the poor</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/18-17.htm">Proverbs 18:17</a></b></br> <i>He that is</i> first in his own cause <i>seemeth</i> just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/19-1.htm">Proverbs 19:1</a></b></br> Better <i>is</i> the poor that walketh in his integrity, than <i>he that is</i> perverse in his lips, and is a fool.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/32-9.htm">Job 32:9</a></b></br> Great men are not <i>always</i> wise: neither do the aged understand judgment.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/26-16.htm">Conceit</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-27.htm">Discernment</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-20.htm">Eyes</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-16.htm">Find</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-7.htm">Intelligent</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-29.htm">Low</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-3.htm">Opinion</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-8.htm">Poor</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-6.htm">Rich</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-17.htm">Searcheth</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-16.htm">Seems</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-30.htm">Sense</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-2.htm">Understanding</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-8.htm">Wealth</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-7.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/isaiah/16-6.htm">Conceit</a> <a href="/isaiah/29-14.htm">Discernment</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-27.htm">Eyes</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-13.htm">Find</a> <a href="/isaiah/3-3.htm">Intelligent</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-23.htm">Low</a> <a href="/isaiah/40-18.htm">Opinion</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-15.htm">Poor</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-20.htm">Rich</a> <a href="/romans/8-27.htm">Searcheth</a> <a href="/isaiah/26-18.htm">Seems</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-16.htm">Sense</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-16.htm">Understanding</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-20.htm">Wealth</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-8.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 28</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/28-1.htm">general observations of impiety and integrity</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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In the ancient Near Eastern context, wealth was often seen as a sign of divine favor, leading the rich to believe in their own wisdom and understanding. This self-perception can lead to arrogance, as seen in other scriptures like <a href="/proverbs/3-7.htm">Proverbs 3:7</a>, which warns against being wise in one's own eyes. The Bible frequently cautions against the deceitfulness of riches (<a href="/matthew/13-22.htm">Matthew 13:22</a>) and the false security they provide (<a href="/1_timothy/6-17.htm">1 Timothy 6:17</a>). The rich man's self-assessment is contrasted with God's perspective, which values humility and dependence on Him (<a href="/james/4-6.htm">James 4:6</a>).<p><b>but a poor man with discernment sees through him</b><br>The poor man, despite his lack of material wealth, possesses discernment, a valued trait in biblical wisdom literature. Discernment is the ability to judge well and is often associated with spiritual insight and understanding (<a href="/1_kings/3-9.htm">1 Kings 3:9</a>). This phrase suggests that true wisdom is not dependent on wealth but on one's relationship with God and the ability to see beyond outward appearances. The poor man's discernment allows him to see the reality of the rich man's situation, echoing Jesus' teachings in the Beatitudes (<a href="/matthew/5-3.htm">Matthew 5:3</a>), where the poor in spirit are blessed. This insight aligns with the biblical principle that God often chooses the lowly and despised to shame the wise and strong (<a href="/1_corinthians/1-27.htm">1 Corinthians 1:27</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/r/rich_man.htm">Rich Man</a></b><br>Represents individuals who possess wealth and often perceive themselves as wise due to their material success.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/p/poor_man.htm">Poor Man</a></b><br>Symbolizes those who may lack material wealth but possess discernment and insight.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed as the author of Proverbs, known for his wisdom and understanding of human nature.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/a/ancient_israel.htm">Ancient Israel</a></b><br>The cultural and historical context in which the Proverbs were written, where wealth and wisdom were often discussed.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom_literature.htm">Wisdom Literature</a></b><br>A genre of biblical writing that includes Proverbs, focusing on practical and moral teachings.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/true_wisdom_vs._self-perceived_wisdom.htm">True Wisdom vs. Self-Perceived Wisdom</a></b><br>True wisdom is not measured by wealth but by discernment and understanding.<br><br>Self-perceived wisdom can lead to pride and blindness to one's own faults.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_discernment.htm">The Value of Discernment</a></b><br>Discernment allows individuals to see beyond superficial appearances and recognize true character.<br><br>Spiritual insight is a gift that surpasses material wealth.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/humility_and_openness_to_correction.htm">Humility and Openness to Correction</a></b><br>Wealth can lead to a false sense of security and self-sufficiency.<br><br>Humility opens the heart to correction and growth in wisdom.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_perspective_on_wealth_and_wisdom.htm">God’s Perspective on Wealth and Wisdom</a></b><br>God values the heart and character over material possessions.<br><br>Spiritual richness is prioritized in God’s kingdom.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/practical_living_and_relationships.htm">Practical Living and Relationships</a></b><br>Evaluate relationships and decisions based on discernment rather than material gain.<br><br>Seek wisdom from God, who gives generously to those who ask.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_28.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 28</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_view_on_decision_making.htm">What does the Bible say about decision making?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_life_advice_does_proverbs_give.htm">What wisdom and guidance does Proverbs offer for life?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_prov._13_11_conflict_with_quick_wealth.htm">Does Proverbs 13:11's warning against quickly gained wealth conflict with modern examples of sudden financial success?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_solomon's_wisdom.htm">What does the Bible say about Solomon's wisdom?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/28.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(11) <span class= "bld">The rich man is wise in his own conceit.--</span>For the blinding effect of wealth comp. <a href="/revelation/3-17.htm" title="Because you say, I am rich, and increased with goods, and have need of nothing; and know not that you are wretched, and miserable, and poor, and blind, and naked:">Revelation 3:17</a>.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/28.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 11.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The rich man is wise in his own conceit</span> (comp. <a href="/proverbs/18-11.htm">Proverbs 18:11</a>). A rich man thinks so highly of his position, is so flattered by parasites, and deems himself placed so immeasurably above social inferiors, that he learns to consider himself possessed of other qualifications, even mental and intellectual gifts, with which wealth has no concern. This purse-proud arrogance which looks upon financial skill and sharpness in bargaining as true wisdom, is confined to no age or country. <span class="cmt_word">But the poor man that hath understanding searcheth him out</span> (<a href="/proverbs/18-17.htm">Proverbs 18:17</a>). Wisdom is not to be bought with money. A poor man may be wise, his poverty probably making him a keener critic; and if he is brought into communication with this self-deluding plutocrat, he soon sees through him and recognizes his real value. Septuagint, "An intelligent poor man will condemn him." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/28-11.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">A rich</span><br /><span class="heb">עָשִׁ֑יר</span> <span class="translit">(‘ā·šîr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6223.htm">Strong's 6223: </a> </span><span class="str2">Rich</span><br /><br /><span class="word">man</span><br /><span class="heb">אִ֣ישׁ</span> <span class="translit">(’îš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_376.htm">Strong's 376: </a> </span><span class="str2">A man as an individual, a male person</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is wise</span><br /><span class="heb">חָכָ֣ם</span> <span class="translit">(ḥā·ḵām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2450.htm">Strong's 2450: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wise</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in his own eyes,</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּ֭עֵינָיו</span> <span class="translit">(bə·‘ê·nāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - cdc | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5869.htm">Strong's 5869: </a> </span><span class="str2">An eye, a fountain</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but a poor man</span><br /><span class="heb">וְדַ֖ל</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḏal)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1800.htm">Strong's 1800: </a> </span><span class="str2">Dangling, weak, thin</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with discernment</span><br /><span class="heb">מֵבִ֣ין</span> <span class="translit">(mê·ḇîn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_995.htm">Strong's 995: </a> </span><span class="str2">To separate mentally, understand</span><br /><br /><span class="word">sees through him.</span><br /><span class="heb">יַחְקְרֶֽנּוּ׃</span> <span class="translit">(yaḥ·qə·ren·nū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2713.htm">Strong's 2713: </a> </span><span class="str2">To penetrate, to examine intimately</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/28-11.htm">Proverbs 28:11 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/28-11.htm">Proverbs 28:11 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/28-11.htm">Proverbs 28:11 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/28-11.htm">Proverbs 28:11 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/28-11.htm">Proverbs 28:11 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/28-11.htm">Proverbs 28:11 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/28-11.htm">Proverbs 28:11 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/28-11.htm">Proverbs 28:11 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/28-11.htm">Proverbs 28:11 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/28-11.htm">Proverbs 28:11 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/28-11.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 28:11 The rich man is wise in his (Prov. 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