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Among family members their leader is worthy of honor, but those who fear the Lord are worthy of honor in his eyes.
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The rich, and the eminent, and the poor— their glory is the fear of the Lord.
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It is not right to despise one who is intelligent but poor, and it is not proper to honor one who is sinful.
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The prince and the judge and the ruler are honored, but none of them is greater than the one who fears the Lord.
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Free citizens will serve a wise servant, and an intelligent person will not complain.
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Do not make a display of your wisdom when you do your work, and do not boast when you are in need.
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Better is the worker who has goods in plenty than the boaster who lacks bread.
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My child, honor yourself with humility, and give yourself the esteem you deserve.
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Who will acquit those who condemn themselves? And who will honor those who dishonor themselves?
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The poor are honored for their knowledge, while the rich are honored for their wealth.