Proverbs 12:9

He that is despised, and hath a servant, is better than he that honoureth himself, and lacketh bread.

Cross-reference

Proverbs 13:7 contrasts outer appearance with inner reality, mirroring the proverb's preference for the humble with provision over the self-honored lacking bread.

Luke 14:11 Parallel

Luke 14:11 teaches exaltation through humility, echoing the proverb's valuing of lowly status with sustenance over self-honor without.