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Proverbs 16:5

All the arrogant are an abomination to the Lord. Even if hand will be joined to hand, he is not innocent. The beginning of a good way is to do justice. And this is more acceptable with God than to immolate sacrifices

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King James Version

Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished.

English Standard Version

Everyone who is arrogant in heart is an abomination to the LORD; be assured, he will not go unpunished.

New International Version

The LORD detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished.