Ben Sira 10:26-28
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
26 Do not flaunt your wisdom in managing your affairs,
or boast in your time of need.
27 Better the worker who has goods in plenty
than the boaster who has no food.(A)
28 My son, with humility have self-esteem;
and give yourself the esteem you deserve.
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