1 The wisdom of humble peopleraises up their heads,and it will seat them among officials.
2 Don’t praise peoplefor their beautiful looks,and don’t despise peoplefor their appearance.
3 The bee is small among flying creatures,but its produce is the originof everything sweet.
4 Don’t take pride in the way you dress,and don’t promote yourselfwhen you are being honored,because the Lord’s worksare wonderful,and his works are hiddenfrom humans.
5 Many tyrants have sat on the ground,and one who was never expectedto rule has worn a crown.
6 Many rulers have beencompletely dishonored,and those once held in honorhave been handed over to others.
7 Don’t find fault before you investigate;consider first, and then reprimand.