Sirach 3:18

18 However great you become, humble yourself more, and you will find favor before the Lord, and he is glorified by the humble.

Sirach 3:18 In-Context

16 Those who abandon their fathers are like blasphemers, and those who anger their mothers have been cursed by the Lord.
17 My child, conduct your affairs with gentleness, and you will be loved more than a person of good repute.
18 However great you become, humble yourself more, and you will find favor before the Lord, and he is glorified by the humble.
20 because the Lord's power is great,

Footnotes 1

  • [a]. LXXb adds 3:19 Many are lofty and of high repute, but to the gentle he reveals his secrets.
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