Proverbs 25:7
Proverbs 25:7 in Multiple Translations
for it is better that he says to you, “Come up here!” than that you should be demoted in the presence of the prince. Even what you have seen with your own eyes,
For better it is that it be said unto thee, Come up hither; than that thou shouldest be put lower in the presence of the prince whom thine eyes have seen.
For better is it that it be said unto thee, Come up hither, Than that thou shouldest be put lower in the presence of the prince, Whom thine eyes have seen.
For it is better to have it said to you, Come up here; than for you to be put down in a lower place before the ruler.
for it's better to be told, “Come up here,” than to be humiliated before a nobleman. Even though you've seen something with your own eyes,
For it is better, that it be saide vnto thee, Come vp hither, then thou to be put lower in the presece of the prince whom thine eyes haue seene.
For better [that] he hath said to thee, 'Come thou up hither,' Than [that] he humble thee before a noble, Whom thine eyes have seen.
for it is better that it be said to you, “Come up here,” than that you should be put lower in the presence of the prince, whom your eyes have seen.
For better it is that it be said to thee, Come up hither; than that thou shouldst be put lower in the presence of the prince whom thy eyes have seen.
For it is better that it should be said to thee: Come up hither; than that thou shouldst be humbled before the prince.
it is better if someone tells you to sit closer to the king than for someone to tell you, while the king is listening, to sit further away in order that someone who is more important may sit closer to the king.
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Study Notes — Proverbs 25:7
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- Proverbs 25:7 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 25:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 25:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 25:7
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 25:7
- Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 25:7
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Proverbs 25:7
- Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 25:7
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 25:7
- Sermons on Proverbs 25:7
Context — More Proverbs of Solomon
7for it is better to be told, “Come up here!” than to be demoted in the presence of the prince. Even what you have seen with your own eyes,
8do not bring hastily to court. Otherwise, what will you do in the end when your neighbor puts you to shame? 9Argue your case with your neighbor without betraying another’s confidence,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Luke 14:7–11 | When Jesus noticed how the guests chose the places of honor, He told them a parable: “When you are invited to a wedding banquet, do not sit in the place of honor, in case someone more distinguished than you has been invited. Then the host who invited both of you will come and tell you, ‘Give this man your seat.’ And in humiliation, you will have to take the last place. But when you are invited, go and sit in the last place, so that your host will come and tell you, ‘Friend, move up to a better place.’ Then you will be honored in front of everyone at the table with you. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and the one who humbles himself will be exalted.” |
| 2 | Luke 18:14 | I tell you, this man, rather than the Pharisee, went home justified. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.” |
| 3 | 1 Peter 5:5 | 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.” |
| 4 | Revelation 4:1 | After this I looked and saw a door standing open in heaven. And the voice I had previously heard speak to me like a trumpet was saying, “Come up here, and I will show you what must happen after these things.” |
| 5 | Proverbs 16:19 | It is better to be lowly in spirit among the humble than to divide the spoil with the proud. |
Proverbs 25:7 Summary
This verse teaches us that it's better to be humble and wait for others to recognize our worth than to try to promote ourselves and risk being put down. It's a reminder that true honor comes from others, not from our own self-promotion, as seen in Proverbs 25:7. By being humble and waiting for others to invite us 'to come up here,' we can avoid the shame of being demoted and instead experience the joy of being lifted up by others, as encouraged in 1 Peter 5:6. This principle can be applied in our daily lives by being mindful of our actions and attitudes, especially in the presence of those in authority, and remembering that humility is a key virtue, as noted in Proverbs 15:33.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be demoted in the presence of a prince?
To be demoted in the presence of a prince means to be humbled or lowered in status, often due to pride or arrogance, as seen in Proverbs 16:18, which states that pride goes before destruction and a haughty spirit before a fall.
Why is it better for someone to say 'Come up here!' than to be demoted?
It is better because being invited to come up is a sign of honor and respect, whereas being demoted is a sign of shame and humiliation, as noted in Proverbs 25:7, and is reminiscent of the honor bestowed upon the humble in Proverbs 15:33.
What does 'Even what you have seen with your own eyes' mean in this context?
This phrase suggests that even if you have personally witnessed something, it is still important to exercise humility and not rush to judgment, as advised in Proverbs 18:13, which warns against answering before listening.
How does this verse relate to our interactions with those in authority?
This verse reminds us to approach those in authority with humility and respect, recognizing that true honor comes from them, as seen in Romans 13:1-2, which instructs us to submit to governing authorities.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways can I apply the principle of humility in my daily interactions, especially with those in positions of authority?
- How can I balance confidence in my abilities with humility in the presence of others, as encouraged in Proverbs 25:7?
- What are some common pitfalls of pride and arrogance that I need to be aware of in my own life, and how can I avoid them, as warned in Proverbs 16:18?
- In what ways can I demonstrate respect and deference to those in authority over me, as taught in Romans 13:1-2?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 25:7
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 25:7
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 25:7
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 25:7
Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 25:7
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Proverbs 25:7
Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 25:7
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 25:7
Sermons on Proverbs 25:7
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Cost of Discipleship - Part 5 by Paris Reidhead | In this sermon, the preacher tells a story about a young man who committed his life to Christ despite his mother and grandmother's disapproval. The young man expressed his deep lov |
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The Wedding Banquet - 1 by Jackie Pullinger | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the parable of the great banquet from Luke chapter 14. The story is about a man who invites many guests to a banquet but they all make excuses |
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Parables of Jesus - 06 Spiritual Pride by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the parable of the laborers in the vineyard from Matthew's Gospel chapter 20. The parable tells the story of a man who hires workers at diffe |
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The Way Up Is Down by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the speaker discusses a parable from Luke's Gospel chapter 14 about a wedding feast. The parable illustrates the principle of humility and not seeking the highest p |
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How to Find Honor Here and Recompense Hereafter Luke 14:7-14 by R.A. Torrey | R.A. Torrey emphasizes the importance of humility and selflessness in seeking honor and recompense, drawing from Jesus' teachings in Luke 14:7-14. He explains that true honor comes |
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The Parables of Jesus by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen preaches on various aspects of entering God's Kingdom, emphasizing the importance of good soil for spiritual growth, the need to be properly clothed with Christ's righte |
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Will You Also Be His Disciples? by Phil Beach Jr. | Phil Beach Jr. preaches on the importance of being true disciples of Jesus Christ, emphasizing the need for humility, teachability, and a heart that is transformed to bear the mora |






