6 Do not claim honor in the presence of the king , And do not stand in the place of great men ; 7 For it is better that it be said to you, "Come up here ," Than for you to be placed lower in the presence of the prince , Whom your eyes have seen .

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 25:6-7

Commentary on Proverbs 25:6-7

(Read Proverbs 25:6-7)

Religion teaches us humility and self-denial. He who has seen the glory of the Lord in Christ Jesus, will feel his own unworthiness.