Ben Sira 10:22

22 The rich, and the eminent, and the poor -- their glory is the fear of the Lord.

Ben Sira 10:22 In-Context

20 Among brothers their leader is worthy of honor, and those who fear the Lord are worthy of honor in his eyes.
22 The rich, and the eminent, and the poor -- their glory is the fear of the Lord.
23 It is not right to despise an intelligent poor man, nor is it proper to honor a sinful man.
24 The nobleman, and the judge, and the ruler will be honored, but none of them is greater than the man who fears the Lord.
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