4
Boast not of thy clothing and raiment, and exalt not thyself in the day of honour: for the works of the Lord are wonderful, and his works among men are hidden.
5
Many kings have sat down upon the ground; and one that was never thought of hath worn the crown.
6
Many mighty men have been greatly disgraced; and the honourable delivered into other men's hands.
7
Blame not before thou hast examined the truth: understand first, and then rebuke.
8
Answer not before thou hast heard the cause: neither interrupt men in the midst of their talk.
The Brenton translation of the Septuagint is in the public domain.