Sirach 10:4-8 World English Bible (WEB)

4. In the hand of the Lord is the authority of the earth; And in due time he will raise up over it one that is profitable.

5. In the hand of the Lord is the prosperity of a man; And upon the person of the scribe shall he lay his honor.

6. Be not angry with your neighbor for every wrong; And do nothing by works of violence.

7. Pride is hateful before the Lord and before men; And in the judgement of both will unrighteousness err.

8. Sovereignty is transferred from nation to nation, Because of iniquities, and deeds of violence, and greed of money.

Sirach 10