4
Don't take pride in the way you dress, and don't promote yourself when you are being honored, because the Lord's works are wonderful, and his works are hidden from humans.
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, because the Lord's works are wonderful, and his works are hidden from humans.
5
Many tyrants have sat on the ground, and one who was never expected to rule has worn a crown.
6
Many rulers have been completely dishonored, and those once held in honor have been handed over to others.
Footnotes 1
[a].
Heb Don’t mock someone wearing a linen undergarment, and don’t make fun of someone in bitter circumstances.