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Proverbs 17:14
The beginning of strifeis as when one letteth out water: therefore leave off contention, before it be meddled with.

Proverbs 29:9,22
If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh,there is no rest…

2 Corinthians 12:20
For I fear, lest, when I come, I shall not find you such as I would, andthat I shall be found unto you such as ye would not: lestthere be debates, envyings, wraths, strifes, backbitings, whisperings, swellings, tumults:

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Proverbs 16:18
Pridegoeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.

Proverbs 18:12
Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honouris humility.

Proverbs 24:27
Prepare thy work without, and make it fit for thyself in the field; and afterwards build thine house.

he who builds his gate high invites destruction.
In ancient times, a high gate was often a symbol of pride and self-sufficiency. It was a way to display wealth and power, suggesting that the owner was above others. This imagery can be connected to the Tower of Babel (Genesis 11:4), where humanity's pride led to their downfall. The high gate can also symbolize a false sense of security, as seen in the parable of the rich fool inLuke 12:16-21, who trusted in his wealth rather than in God. The phrase warns against arrogance and the illusion of invulnerability, as these attitudes invite ruin.Proverbs 16:18 echoes this sentiment: "Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall." Theologically, this serves as a reminder that true security and peace come from humility and reliance on God, not from human achievements or defenses.

“He who loves transgression loves strife” (Proverbs 17:19a)

• To “love” transgression is more than occasionally slipping into wrong; it is cherishing it, guarding it, treating it like a friend.

• Scripture always couples sin with turmoil:

– “Where there is strife, there is pride; but wisdom is with the well-advised” (Proverbs 13:10).

– “What causes conflicts and quarrels among you? Don’t they come from the passions at war within you?” (James 4:1).

• Sin fractures relationships—first with God, then with people. It is impossible to cling to rebellion and expect lasting peace.

•Romans 1:29 paints the picture vividly: when humanity pursues unrighteousness, “they are filled with all unrighteousness, wickedness, greed, and malice… strife, deceit, and hostility.”

• Therefore, the proverb simply states a natural reality: loving sin inevitably means loving the chaos sin produces.

“…he who builds his gate high invites destruction” (Proverbs 17:19b)

• In ancient cities, gates symbolized security and status. Elevating a gate broadcasted, “I’m untouchable.”

• Prideful self-exaltation attracts judgment:

– “Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall” (Proverbs 16:18).

– “The arrogance of your heart has deceived you… Though you soar like the eagle… I will bring you down” (Obadiah 3-4).

• A high gate can also hint at exclusivity—shutting others out, shielding sin behind imposing walls. Hidden wrongdoing grows in the dark until it collapses the structure entirely.

•Isaiah 2:11-12 warns that “The proud look of man will be humbled… the LORD alone will be exalted in that day.” God personally opposes the structures we raise to glorify self.

Proverbs 17:19 places two images side by side to expose the same heart issue. Delight in sin and elevation of self both open the door to conflict, collapse, and God’s corrective hand. The path to peace and safety is not higher walls or stubborn rebellion but humble repentance and obedience to the Lord who “gives grace to the humble” (James 4:6).