Ben Sira 10:29

29 There is no excuse for a person to run himself down. No one respects a person who has no respect for himself.

Ben Sira 10:29 In-Context

27 It is better to work and have more than you need than to go around boasting but hungry.

28 My child, keep your self-respect, but remain modest. Value yourself at your true worth.

29 There is no excuse for a person to run himself down. No one respects a person who has no respect for himself.

30 Poor people can be honored for their good sense, and rich people can be honored for their wealth.

31 If someone is honored while he is poor, think how much he will be honored if he becomes rich! If someone is despised while he is rich, think how much more he will be despised if he becomes poor!