Sirach 10:17-19

Douay-Rheims 1899 American Edition

¹⁷ God hath overturned the thrones of proud princes, and hath set up the meek in their stead.

¹⁸ God hath made the roots of proud nations to wither, and hath planted the humble of these nations.

¹⁹ The Lord hath overthrown the lands of the Gentiles, and hath destroyed them even to the foundation.