Bible dictionary for children
Pride
Pride can mean healthy satisfaction in good work, but biblical warnings often mean self-importance that looks down on others.
In simple words
What does it mean?
Pride can mean healthy satisfaction in good work, but biblical warnings often mean self-importance that looks down on others. The context tells us which meaning fits.
Talk about it
How can you enjoy doing well and still listen to advice?
An example from the Bible
Proverbs warns that arrogant pride leads toward a fall. Refusing advice can make a person less able to notice mistakes.
Read Proverbs 16:18 ↗A little more to explore
Bible context & readings +
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Related reading: Proverbs 16:18
Pride goes before destruction, and an arrogant spirit before a fall.Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
