1 The wisdom of the lowly will lift up his head, and make him sit in the midst of great men. (WEB) 2 Don’t commend a man for his good looks. Don’t abhor a man for his outward appearance. (WEB)
Sirach 11:1–2
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Sirach 10:22–24
22 The rich man, the honorable, and the poor all glory in the fear of the Lord. (WEB) 23 It is not right to dishonor a poor man who has understanding. It is not fitting to glorify a man who is a sinner. (WEB) 24 The prince, the judge, and the mighty man will be honored. There is no… (WEB)
Sirach 19:28–30
28 And if for lack of power he is hindered from sinning, if he finds opportunity, he will do mischief. (WEB) 29 A man will be known by his appearance. One who has understanding will be known by his face when you meet him. (WEB) 30 A man’s attire, grinning laughter, and the way he w… (WEB)
Sirach 20:10–12
10 There is a gift that will not profit you; and there is a gift that pays back double. (WEB) 11 There are losses because of glory; and there is one who has lifted up his head from a low estate. (WEB) 12 There is one who buys much for a little, and pays for it again sevenfold. (WEB)
Proverbs 12:7–9
7 The wicked are overthrown and perish, but the house of the righteous will stand. 8 A man is praised according to his wisdom, but a twisted mind is despised. 9 Better to be lightly esteemed yet have a servant, than to be self-important but lack food.
Sirach 7:10–12
10 Don’t be faint-hearted in your prayer. Don’t neglect to give alms. (WEB) 11 Don’t laugh a man to scorn when he is in the bitterness of his soul, for there is one who humbles and exalts. (WEB) 12 Don’t devise a lie against your brother, or do the same to a friend. (WEB)
Sirach 4:26–28
26 Don’t be ashamed to confess your sins. Don’t fight the river’s current. (WEB) 27 Don’t lay yourself down for a fool to tread upon. Don’t be partial to one who is mighty. (WEB) 28 Strive for the truth to death, and the Lord God will fight for you. (WEB)
Proverbs 29:22–24
22 An angry man stirs up dissension, and a hot-tempered man abounds in transgression. 23 A man’s pride will bring him low, but a humble spirit will obtain honor. 24 A partner to a thief hates his own soul; he receives the oath, but does not testify.
Proverbs 25:5–7
5 Remove the wicked from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness. 6 Do not exalt yourself in the presence of the king, and do not stand in the place of great men; 7 for it is better that he says to you, “Come up here!” than that you s…
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