George Leo Haydock, on Sir 3:20

“The greater thou art, the more humble thyself in all things, and thou shalt find grace before God:”

“Greater. The dignity of a person should be the measure of his humility, (St. Ambrose, de virg. 31.) as the most elevated are the most exposed to pride. Humility is taught only by true wisdom and the gospel, Matthew xi. 29. Philosophy may inspire us with the contempt of riches, &c. (Calmet) — Yet humility is the most indispensable duty, and no less essential than delivery to an orator. (St. Augustine, ep. 118. ad Diosc.) — All human greatness comes from God, who requires us to shew our gratitude by humility. (Worthington)”

Imported from an open dataset — not yet checked against the printed edition.