Proverbs 11:28 Meaning and Explanation
“He that trusteth in his riches shall fall; but the righteous shall flourish as a branch.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Those who trust in wealth stumble; the righteous flourish like a green branch.
The Context of Proverbs 11:28
The futility of wealth-based security and the flourishing of the righteous.
What Does Proverbs 11:28 Mean?
Trust in riches is a fundamental error. To make wealth the foundation of security and hope is to build on something unstable. Riches can be lost, stolen, or rendered worthless; they cannot sustain life when it truly matters. The rich fool falls.
The righteous, by contrast, do not trust in riches but in integrity and character. They flourish like a branch—living, growing, fruitful, and sustained by connection to a deeper root. Their stability is not in possessions but in their relationship to what is true.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 11:28
What does Proverbs 11:28 mean?
Those who trust in wealth stumble; the righteous flourish like a green branch.
What is the context of Proverbs 11:28?
The futility of wealth-based security and the flourishing of the righteous.