Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Matthew 23:12 in English Standard Version "Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted." Pr 29:23 One’s pride will bring him low, but he who is lowly in spirit will obtain honor. Eze 21:26 thus says the Lord God: Remove the turban and take off the crown. Things shall not remain as they are. Exalt that which is low, and bring low that which is exalted. Mt 18:4 Whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. Lu 14:11 For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.” Lu 18:14 I tell you, this man went down to his house justified, rather than the other. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.” Jas 4:6 But he gives more grace. Therefore it says, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” Jas 4:10 Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you. 1Pe 5:5 Likewise, you who are younger, be subject to the elders. Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another, for “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.”