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Bible Verses About Humility

Humility in the Bible is not weakness or low self-worth. It is clarity about who you are before God without arrogance, self-exaltation, or pride.

What the Bible says

  1. Scripture
    Whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.
    Matthew 23:12

    The Bible repeatedly reverses worldly ideas about status and greatness.

  2. Scripture
    By humility and the fear of the LORD are riches, and honour, and life.
    Proverbs 22:4

    Humility is connected with wisdom, honor, and life.

  3. Scripture
    Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus.
    Philippians 2:5

    Jesus is consistently presented as the model of humility.

A grounded way to understand this

Biblical humility is strength under control. It creates space for wisdom, peace, and teachability.

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