Ben Sira 11:3

3 The bee is small among flying creatures, but what it produces is the best of sweet things.

Ben Sira 11:3 In-Context

1 The wisdom of the humble lifts their heads high, and seats them among the great.

2 Do not praise individuals for their good looks, or loathe anyone because of appearance alone.

3 The bee is small among flying creatures, but what it produces is the best of sweet things.

4 Do not boast about wearing fine clothes, and do not exalt yourself when you are honored; for the works of the Lord are wonderful, and his works are concealed from humankind.

5 Many kings have had to sit on the ground, but one who was never thought of has worn a crown.