Sirach 10:26-28

New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised Catholic Edition

Concerning Humility

²⁶Do not make a display of your wisdom when you do your work,
and do not boast when you are in need.
²⁷Better is the worker who has goods in plenty
than the boaster who lacks bread.

²⁸My child, honour yourself with humility,
and give yourself the esteem you deserve.

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