Sirach 11:2-4

Common English Bible

² Don’t praise people
for their beautiful looks,
    and don’t despise people
    for their appearance.
³ The bee is small among flying creatures,
    but its produce is the origin
    of everything sweet.
⁴ Don’t take pride in the way you dress,
    and don’t promote yourself
    when you are being honored,^[a]
        because the Lord’s works
        are wonderful,
        and his works are hidden
        from humans.