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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/16.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/proverbs/16.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Better to be lowly in spirit along with the oppressed than to share plunder with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/16.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Better to live humbly with the poor than to share plunder with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/16.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />It is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor than to divide the spoil with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/16.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />It is better to be lowly in spirit among the humble than to divide the spoil with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/16.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Better <i>it is to be</i> of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/16.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Better <i>to be</i> of a humble spirit with the lowly, Than to divide the spoil with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/16.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />It is better to be humble in spirit with the needy Than to divide the spoils with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/16.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />It is better to be humble in spirit with the lowly Than to divide the spoil with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/16.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />It is better to be of a humble spirit with the lowly, Than to divide the spoil with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/16.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />It is better to be humble in spirit with the lowly Than to divide the spoil with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/16.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />It is better to be humble in spirit with the lowly Than to divide the spoil with the proud (haughty, arrogant).<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/16.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Better to be lowly of spirit with the humble than to divide plunder with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/16.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Better to be lowly of spirit with the humble than to divide plunder with the proud. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/16.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Better it is to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, Than to divide the spoil with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/16.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />You are better off to be humble and poor than to get rich from what you take by force. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/16.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Better it is to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, than to divide the spoil with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/16.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Better to be humble with lowly people than to share stolen goods with arrogant people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/16.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />It is better to be humble and stay poor than to be one of the arrogant and get a share of their loot. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/16.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Better to be humble among the poor, than to share what is stolen with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/16.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />It is better to be lowly in spirit among the humble than to divide the spoil with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/16.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />It is better to be lowly in spirit with the afflicted than to share the spoils with the proud. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/16.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />It is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, than to divide the plunder with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/16.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Better it is to be of a humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/16.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />It is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, than to divide the plunder with the proud. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/16.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Better is humility of spirit with the poor, "" Than to apportion spoil with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/16.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Better is humility of spirit with the poor, Than to apportion spoil with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/16.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Good the cast down of spirit with the humble more than to divide the spoil with the proud.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/16.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />It is better to be humbled with the meek, than to divide spoils with the proud. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/16.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />It is better to be humbled with the meek, than to divide spoils with the arrogant.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/16.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />It is better to be humble with the poor than to share plunder with the proud. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/16.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />It is better to be of a lowly spirit among the poor than to divide the spoil with the proud.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/16.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />It is better to be humble and lowly in pride than he who divides spoil with the mighty.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/16.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The humble spirit and humble eyes are better than he that divides loot with the mighty.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/16.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Better it is to be of a lowly spirit with the humble, Than to divide the spoil with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/16.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Better is a meek-spirited <i>man</i> with lowliness, than one who divides spoils with the proud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/16-19.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=3185" 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/16.htm">The Reply of the Tongue is from the LORD</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">18</span>Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. <span class="reftext">19</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2896.htm" title="2896: ṭō·wḇ (Adj-ms) -- Pleasant, agreeable, good.">It is better</a> <a href="/hebrew/8213.htm" title="8213: šə·p̄al- (V-Qal-Inf) -- To be or become low, to be abased. A primitive root; to depress or sink.">to be lowly</a> <a href="/hebrew/7307.htm" title="7307: rū·aḥ (N-cs) -- Breath, wind, spirit. From ruwach; wind; by resemblance breath.">in spirit</a> <a href="/hebrew/854.htm" title="854: ’eṯ- (Prep) -- With (denoting proximity). Probably from 'anah; properly, nearness, near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc.">among</a> <a href="/hebrew/6041.htm" title="6041: ʿă·nī·yīm (Adj-mp) -- Poor, afflicted, humble. From anah; depressed, in mind or circumstances.">the humble</a> <a href="/hebrew/2505.htm" title="2505: mê·ḥal·lêq (Prep-m:: V-Piel-Inf) -- To be smooth, to apportion, separate. A primitive root; to be smooth; by implication to apportion or separate.">than to divide</a> <a href="/hebrew/7998.htm" title="7998: lāl (N-ms) -- A prey, spoil, plunder, booty. From shalal; booty.">the spoil</a> <a href="/hebrew/854.htm" title="854: ’eṯ- (Prep) -- With (denoting proximity). Probably from 'anah; properly, nearness, near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc.">with</a> <a href="/hebrew/1343.htm" title="1343: gê·’îm (Adj-mp) -- Proud. From ga'ah; lofty; figuratively, arrogant.">the proud.</a> </span><span class="reftext">20</span>Whoever heeds instruction will find success, and blessed is he who trusts in the LORD.…<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="/matthew/5-3.htm">Matthew 5:3</a></span><br />“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.<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="/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="/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="/isaiah/57-15.htm">Isaiah 57:15</a></span><br />For thus says the One who is high and lifted up, who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: “I dwell in a high and holy place, and with the oppressed and humble in spirit, to restore the spirit of the lowly and revive the heart of the contrite.<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="/psalms/138-6.htm">Psalm 138:6</a></span><br />Though the LORD is on high, He attends to the lowly; but the proud He knows from afar.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/66-2.htm">Isaiah 66:2</a></span><br />Has not My hand made all these things? And so they came into being,” declares the LORD. “This is the one I will esteem: he who is humble and contrite in spirit, who trembles at My word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/micah/6-8.htm">Micah 6:8</a></span><br />He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-16.htm">Romans 12:16</a></span><br />Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but associate with the lowly. Do not be conceited.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/zephaniah/2-3.htm">Zephaniah 2:3</a></span><br />Seek the LORD, all you humble of the earth who carry out His justice. Seek righteousness; seek humility. Perhaps you will be sheltered on the day of the LORD’s anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/1-28.htm">1 Corinthians 1:28-29</a></span><br />He chose the lowly and despised things of the world, and the things that are not, to nullify the things that are, / so that no one may boast in His presence.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/2-11.htm">Isaiah 2:11-12</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. / For the Day of the LORD of Hosts will come against all the proud and lofty, against all that is exalted—it will be humbled—<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.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Better it is to be of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.</p><p class="hdg">to be</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/34-18.htm">Psalm 34:18</a></b></br> The LORD <i>is</i> nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/138-6.htm">Psalm 138:6</a></b></br> Though the LORD <i>be</i> high, yet hath he respect unto the lowly: but the proud he knoweth afar off.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/57-15.htm">Isaiah 57:15</a></b></br> For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name <i>is</i> Holy; I dwell in the high and holy <i>place</i>, with him also <i>that is</i> of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones.</p><p class="hdg">than</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/15-9.htm">Exodus 15:9</a></b></br> The enemy said, I will pursue, I will overtake, I will divide the spoil; my lust shall be satisfied upon them; I will draw my sword, my hand shall destroy them.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/9-3.htm">Isaiah 9:3</a></b></br> Thou hast multiplied the nation, <i>and</i> not increased the joy: they joy before thee according to the joy in harvest, <i>and</i> as <i>men</i> rejoice when they divide the spoil.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/10-6.htm">Isaiah 10:6,13-15</a></b></br> I will send him against an hypocritical nation, and against the people of my wrath will I give him a charge, to take the spoil, and to take the prey, and to tread them down like the mire of the streets… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/22-18.htm">Apportion</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-16.htm">Better</a> <a href="/psalms/108-7.htm">Divide</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-4.htm">Gentle</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-21.htm">Humble</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-33.htm">Humility</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-2.htm">Lowly</a> <a href="/psalms/149-4.htm">Meek</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-15.htm">Oppressed</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-33.htm">Part</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-12.htm">Plunder</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-15.htm">Poor</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-18.htm">Pride</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-5.htm">Proud</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-21.htm">Rewards</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-10.htm">Share</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-18.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-13.htm">Spoil</a> <a href="/psalms/144-1.htm">War</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/isaiah/49-8.htm">Apportion</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-32.htm">Better</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/11-2.htm">Divide</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-12.htm">Gentle</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-7.htm">Humble</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-12.htm">Humility</a> <a href="/ezekiel/29-14.htm">Lowly</a> <a href="/isaiah/11-4.htm">Meek</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-17.htm">Oppressed</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-2.htm">Part</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-23.htm">Plunder</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-5.htm">Poor</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-6.htm">Pride</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-12.htm">Proud</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-13.htm">Rewards</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-2.htm">Share</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-32.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-7.htm">Spoil</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-32.htm">War</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 16</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/16-1.htm">The Plans of the heart</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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The "lowly in spirit" refers to those who are humble and modest, recognizing their dependence on God rather than their own strength or achievements. This aligns with Jesus' teaching in the Beatitudes, "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" (<a href="/matthew/5-3.htm">Matthew 5:3</a>). The cultural context of ancient Israel valued humility as a virtue, contrasting with the pride often seen in surrounding nations. The Hebrew word for "humble" can also imply being afflicted or oppressed, suggesting that true humility often comes through trials and suffering. This phrase encourages believers to seek community with those who are humble, as it fosters spiritual growth and aligns with God's values.<p><b>than to divide the spoil with the proud</b><br>This part of the verse contrasts the previous statement by highlighting the temporary and often deceitful nature of worldly success and pride. "Dividing the spoil" refers to sharing the gains of victory, often through conquest or unjust means. In ancient times, spoils of war were a significant source of wealth and power, but they were also associated with pride and arrogance. The "proud" are those who rely on their own strength and achievements, often at the expense of others. This phrase warns against the allure of material wealth and status, which can lead to spiritual downfall. The Bible consistently warns against pride, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/16-18.htm">Proverbs 16:18</a>, "Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall." This serves as a reminder that true fulfillment and honor come from humility and righteousness, not from worldly success.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lowly_in_spirit.htm">The Lowly in Spirit</a></b><br>This refers to individuals who possess humility and recognize their dependence on God. In the Hebrew context, "lowly" ('anav) often denotes those who are humble and meek.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_humble.htm">The Humble</a></b><br>These are people who live modestly and do not seek to elevate themselves above others. They are often contrasted with the proud in biblical literature.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_proud.htm">The Proud</a></b><br>This group includes those who are arrogant and self-reliant, often seeking their own gain at the expense of others. The Hebrew word for proud (ge'eh) implies a sense of self-exaltation.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/d/dividing_the_spoil.htm">Dividing the Spoil</a></b><br>This phrase suggests the act of sharing the gains or rewards, often associated with victory or conquest. In a biblical sense, it can imply ill-gotten gains or rewards obtained through prideful means.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_context_of_proverbs.htm">The Context of Proverbs</a></b><br>Proverbs is a book of wisdom literature in the Old Testament, traditionally attributed to King Solomon. It provides practical guidance for living a life that honors God.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_humility.htm">The Value of Humility</a></b><br>Humility is a virtue that aligns us with God's will and opens us to His grace. It is better to be humble and lowly in spirit than to seek prideful gains.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_danger_of_pride.htm">The Danger of Pride</a></b><br>Pride leads to self-reliance and separation from God. It is often associated with temporary gains that do not lead to true fulfillment or peace.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/choosing_companions_wisely.htm">Choosing Companions Wisely</a></b><br>Associating with the humble rather than the proud can lead to a more fulfilling and spiritually enriching life. Our companions can influence our character and spiritual journey.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/eternal_vs._temporal_rewards.htm">Eternal vs. Temporal Rewards</a></b><br>The rewards of humility are eternal, while the spoils of pride are temporary. We should focus on treasures in heaven rather than earthly gains.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_a_life_of_service.htm">Living a Life of Service</a></b><br>Embracing humility involves serving others and putting their needs above our own, following the example of Christ.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_16.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 16</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/main_themes_in_book_of_james.htm">What are the main themes in the Book of James?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'ruach'_mean.htm">What does "ruach" mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_is_justified__humble_or_proud.htm">Who is truly justified, the humble or the proud?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_speech.htm">What does the Bible teach about controlling speech?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/16.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 19.</span> - This verse is connected in thought, as well as verbally, with the preceding. <span class="cmt_word">Better it is to be of an humble spirit with the lowly.</span> The Revised Version has, <span class="accented">with the poor</span>; but "meek" or "lowly" better contrasts with "proud" of the second clause. <a href="/psalms/84-10.htm">Psalm 84:10</a>, "I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness." <span class="cmt_word">Than to divide the spoil with the proud.</span> To share in the fruits of the operations and pursuits of the proud, and to enjoy their pleasures, a man must cast in his lot with them, uudergo their risks and anxieties, and participate in the crimes by which they gain their wealth. The result of such association was told in ver. 18. The Germans express the connection between abundance and folly by the terse apothegm, "Voll, toll;" "Full, fool." Septuagint, "Better is the man of gentle mind with humility, than he who divideth spoil with the violent." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/16-19.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">It is better</span><br /><span class="heb">ט֣וֹב</span> <span class="translit">(ṭō·wḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2896.htm">Strong's 2896: </a> </span><span class="str2">Pleasant, agreeable, good</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to be lowly</span><br /><span class="heb">שְׁפַל־</span> <span class="translit">(šə·p̄al-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8217.htm">Strong's 8217: </a> </span><span class="str2">Depressed</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in spirit</span><br /><span class="heb">ר֭וּחַ</span> <span class="translit">(rū·aḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7307.htm">Strong's 7307: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wind, breath, exhalation, life, anger, unsubstantiality, a region of the sky, spirit</span><br /><br /><span class="word">among</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶת־</span> <span class="translit">(’eṯ-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_854.htm">Strong's 854: </a> </span><span class="str2">Nearness, near, with, by, at, among</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the humble</span><br /><span class="heb">עֲנָוִ֑ים</span> <span class="translit">(‘ă·nā·wîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6041.htm">Strong's 6041: </a> </span><span class="str2">Poor, afflicted, humble</span><br /><br /><span class="word">than to divide</span><br /><span class="heb">מֵֽחַלֵּ֥ק</span> <span class="translit">(mê·ḥal·lêq)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2505.htm">Strong's 2505: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be smooth, to apportion, separate</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the spoil</span><br /><span class="heb">שָׁ֝לָ֗ל</span> <span class="translit">(lāl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7998.htm">Strong's 7998: </a> </span><span class="str2">A prey, spoil, plunder, booty</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶת־</span> <span class="translit">(’eṯ-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_854.htm">Strong's 854: </a> </span><span class="str2">Nearness, near, with, by, at, among</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the proud.</span><br /><span class="heb">גֵּאִֽים׃</span> <span class="translit">(gê·’îm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1343.htm">Strong's 1343: </a> </span><span class="str2">Lofty, arrogant</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/16-19.htm">Proverbs 16:19 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/16-19.htm">Proverbs 16:19 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/16-19.htm">Proverbs 16:19 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/16-19.htm">Proverbs 16:19 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/16-19.htm">Proverbs 16:19 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/16-19.htm">Proverbs 16:19 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/16-19.htm">Proverbs 16:19 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/16-19.htm">Proverbs 16:19 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/16-19.htm">Proverbs 16:19 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/16-19.htm">Proverbs 16:19 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/16-19.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 16:19 It is better to be (Prov. 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