Sirach 13:29LXX
Orthodox Bible · LXX · Verse 29 of 32
"The poor man spoke, and they say: Who is this? and if he stumble, they will overthrow him."
In context
27The poor man was deceived, and he is rebuked also: he hath spoken wisely, and could have no place.
28The rich man spoke, and all held their peace, and what he said they extol even to the clouds.
29The poor man spoke, and they say: Who is this? and if he stumble, they will overthrow him.
30Riches are good to him that hath no sin in his conscience: and poverty is very wicked in the mouth of the ungodly.
31The heart of a man changeth his countenance, either for good, or for evil.