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By humility and the fear of the LORD are riches, and honour, and life.
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“By humility and the fear of the LORD are riches, and honour, and life.”

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King James Bible — Proverbs 22:4
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1611
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King James Version translation committees · from Biblical Hebrew / Aramaic / Koine Greek
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Meaning of “By humility and the fear of the LORD…”

The proverb connects humility with a larger conception of flourishing, placing character before the rewards associated with status or wealth.

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Proverbs 22:4 in the King James Version.

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