Proverbs 25:6

6 Don't work yourself into the spotlight; don't push your way into the place of prominence.

Proverbs 25:6 In-Context

4 Remove impurities from the silver and the silversmith can craft a fine chalice;
5 Remove the wicked from leadership and authority will be credible and God-honoring.
6 Don't work yourself into the spotlight; don't push your way into the place of prominence.
7 It's better to be promoted to a place of honor than face humiliation by being demoted.
8 Don't jump to conclusions - there may be a perfectly good explanation for what you just saw.
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