Proverbs 28:11

11 The rich man is wise in his own view, but the poor who has discernment sees through him.

Proverbs 28:11 Meaning and Commentary

Proverbs 28:11

The rich man [is] wise in his own conceit
Ascribing his getting riches to his great sagacity, wisdom, and prudence; and being flattered with it by dependents on him; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out:
a man of good understanding, whether in things natural, civil, moral, or spiritual, though poor, as a man may be poor and yet a wise man; such an one, when he comes into company with a rich man, wise in his own conceit, he soon by conversation with him finds him out to be a very foolish man, and exposes him as one; for riches are not always to men of understanding, or all that have them are not such; and better is a poor wise man than even a foolish king; see ( Ecclesiastes 9:11 Ecclesiastes 9:15 ) ( 4:13 ) .

Proverbs 28:11 In-Context

9 If a person will not listen to Torah, even his prayer is an abomination.

10 Whoever causes the honest to pursue evil ways will himself fall into his own pit, but the pure-hearted will inherit good.

11 The rich man is wise in his own view, but the poor who has discernment sees through him.

12 When the just are triumphant, there is great rejoicing, but when the wicked rise up, people hide.

13 He who conceals his sins will not succeed; he who confesses and abandons them will gain mercy.