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For the power of the Lord is great, and he is glorified by those who are lowly.
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Verse 20. Greater. The dignity of a person should be the measure of his humility, (Saint 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 11:29. Philosophy may inspire us with the contempt of riches, and so forth Calmet.—Yet humility is the most indispensable duty, and no less essential than delivery to an orator. Saint Augustine ep. 118. ad Diosc.—All human greatness comes from God, who requires us to shew our gratitude by humility. Worthington.
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