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
Parallel
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.