Holy Scripture
Proverbs 25:14
A church father on this verse
“Humility therefore is the mistress of all virtues, it is the surest foundation of the heavenly building, it is the special and splendid gift of the Saviour. For he can perform all the miracles which Christ wrought, without danger of being puffed up, who follows the gentle Lord not in the grandeur of His miracles, but…”
Source: Septuagint
Original
14As winds and clouds and rains are most evident objects, So is he that boasts of a false gift.
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12In an earring of gold a precious sardius is also set; So is a wise word to an obedient ear.
13As a fall of snow in the time of harvest is good against heat, So a faithful messenger refreshes those that send him; For he helps the souls of his employers.
— Proverbs 25:14 —
15In long-suffering is prosperity to kings, And a soft tongue breaks the bones.
16Having found honey, eat only what is enough, Lest haply thou be filled, and vomit it up.