Ben Sira 20:11

11 There are losses for the sake of glory, and there are some who have raised their heads from humble circumstances.

Ben Sira 20:11 In-Context

9 There may be good fortune for a person in adversity, and a windfall may result in a loss.

10 There is the gift that profits you nothing, and the gift to be paid back double.

11 There are losses for the sake of glory, and there are some who have raised their heads from humble circumstances.

12 Some buy much for little, but pay for it seven times over.

13 The wise make themselves beloved by only few words, but the courtesies of fools are wasted.