Proverbs 20:6 Most men will proclaim each his own goodness.
Interesting the text says “most”. Yes we live in a society of men who subscribe to the adage “He who tooteth not his own horn finds that it is not tooted.”
Many of the proverbs draw synonymous parallels. Proverbs 22:1 is a good example. Other proverbs are written as antithetical parallels, that is, they make statements that are opposite. Such is the case with verse 6.
It is very apparent this attitude of proclaiming one’s own goodness stands in stark contrast to the rest of the verse. But who can find a faithful man?
Consider how frequently the Scriptures address humility.
Proverbs 27:2 – Let another man praise you and not your own mouth
Proverbs 15:33 – Before honor is humility
Proverbs 16:18 – Pride goes before destruction and a haughty spirit before a fall
Proverbs 21:4 – A haughty look, a proud heart…are sin
Proverbs 31 – her works praise her, her children rise up and bless her, her husband praises her
1 Peter 5:6 – Humble yourselves under the mighty hand of GOD that He may exalt you in due time.
Who can find a faithful man? Begin by looking for one with humility.