‏ Proverbs 30:21-23

v. 21-23: Next, the writer explains four things that are very hard to bear. First is a servant when he becomes a ruler. This person can become proud and bossy, causing trouble for others (Nehemiah 2:10 a). Second is a fool who is full of food. A foolish person who has everything he wants can annoy and disturb everyone around him. Third is a hateful woman who gets married. Instead of her marriage making her kinder, she may become even more difficult to live with. Fourth is a maidservant who takes the place of her mistress. When someone rises above their original place through flattery or luck, they can become proud and demanding. The lesson is that when people are lifted up too quickly or without wisdom, they can become hard for others to tolerate. We should stay humble and remember where we came from.

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