^33 [a]The fear of the Lord is the instruction for wisdom,
And before honor comes humility.

¹³ Righteous lips are the delight of kings,
And one who speaks right is loved.

²⁸ Even a fool, when he ^(A)keeps silent, is considered wise;
When he closes his lips, he is considered prudent.

^12 (A)Before destruction the heart of a person is haughty,
But ^(B)humility goes before honor.

¹¹ It is by his deeds that a boy ^[a](A)distinguishes himself,
If his conduct is pure and right.

²¹ One who ^(A)pursues righteousness and loyalty
Finds life, righteousness, and honor.

⁴ The reward of humility and ^[a]the fear of the Lord
Are riches, honor, and life.

⁶ Do not boast in the presence of the king,
And do not stand in the same place ^[a]as great people;
⁷ For ^(A)it is better that it be said to you, “Come up here,”
Than for you to be placed lower in the presence of the prince,
Whom your eyes have seen.