--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: The wise shall inherit glory, but shame…" description: "\"“The wise shall inherit glory, but shame shall be the promotion of fools.’” (Prov. 3:35)”\" — John Bunyan" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f34/john-bunyan-1055_fools_the-wise-shall-inherit-glory-but-shame-s_2636854.jpg" --- # The wise shall inherit glory, but shame shall be the… ![“The wise shall inherit glory, but shame shall be the promotion of fools.’” (Prov. 3:35)” quote by John Bunyan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f34/john-bunyan-1055_fools_the-wise-shall-inherit-glory-but-shame-s_2636854.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f34/john-bunyan-1055_fools_the-wise-shall-inherit-glory-but-shame-s_2636854.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f34/john-bunyan-1055_fools_the-wise-shall-inherit-glory-but-shame-s_2636854.jpg) > ““The wise shall inherit glory, but shame shall be the promotion of fools.’” (Prov. 3:35)”” [John Bunyan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/john-bunyan/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Wise people earn honor; foolish people are driven by shame. **In simple terms:** Wisdom brings honor, shame drives fools. Key Takeaway Pursue wisdom over vanity. Themes wisdom honor foolishness Mood thoughtful inspirational Type spiritual ethical When to use this quote - personal decision‑making - leadership - ethical dilemmas Key Concepts moral teaching biblical proverb Questions to Reflect On - What does honor mean to you? - How can shame be transformed? 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