Sirach 7:3-5

Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition

³My son, do not sow the furrows of injustice,
and you will not reap a sevenfold crop.

⁴Do not seek from the Lord the highest office,
nor the seat of honor from the king.
⁵Do not assert your righteousness before the Lord,
nor display your wisdom before the king.

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