Sirach 10:13

13 The beginning of arrogance is sin, and those who cling to it will pour out blasphemy. For this reason the Lord brings calamities upon them, and he ruins them completely.

Sirach 10:13 In-Context

11 When people are dead, they inherit maggots, vermin, and worms.
12 Human arrogance begins when people rebel against the Lord, and their hearts rebel against the one who made them.
13 The beginning of arrogance is sin, and those who cling to it will pour out blasphemy. For this reason the Lord brings calamities upon them, and he ruins them completely.
14 The Lord destroyed the thrones of rulers, and he raised up the gentle in their place.
15 The Lord plucked up the roots of nations, and he planted the humble in their place.
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