Sirach 10:17-19

Revised Standard Version

¹⁷ He has removed some of them and destroyed them,
    and has extinguished the memory of them from the earth.
¹⁸ Pride was not created for men,
    nor fierce anger for those born of women.

¹⁹ What race is worthy of honor?
The human race.
    What race is worthy of honor?
    Those who fear the Lord.
What race is unworthy of honor?
The human race.
    What race is unworthy of honor?
    Those who transgress the commandments.