11 ² Do not praise a man for his good looks,
nor loathe a man because of his appearance.
11 ³ The bee is small among flying creatures,
but her product is the best of sweet things.
11 ⁴ Do not boast about wearing fine clothes,
nor exalt yourself in the day that you are honoured;
for the works of the Lord are wonderful,
and his works are concealed from men.
11 ⁵ Many kings have had to sit on the ground,
but one who was never thought of has worn a crown.
11 ⁶ Many rulers have been greatly disgraced,
and illustrious men have been handed over to others.