Ben Sira 11:5

5 Many kings have sat down upon the ground, and one that was never thought of hath worn the crown.

Ben Sira 11:5 In-Context

3 The bee is little among such as fly, but her fruit is the chief of sweet things.
4 Boast not of thy clothing and raiment, and exalt not thyself in the day of honor; for the works of the Lord are wondrous, 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 honorable delivered into other men's hands.
7 Blame not before thou hast examined the truth: understand first, and then rebuke.
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