6 Let our praise be with God, and not of ourselves: for God hateth them that praise themselves. (1CL) 7 Let the testimony to our well doing be given by others, as it was given unto our fathers who were righteous. (1CL) 8 Boldness and arrogance and daring are for them that are accursed of God; but forbearance and humility and gentleness are with them that are blessed of God. (1CL)
1 Clement 30:6–8
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