Luke 14:8
Proverbs 25:6-7
Do not be boastfully ambitious and claim honor in the presence of the king,
And do not stand in the place of great men;
Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
When thou art bidden of any man to a wedding, sit not down in the highest room; lest a more honourable man than thou be bidden of him;
General references
Bible References
General references
Matthew 23:6 They love the place of distinction and honor at feasts and the best seats in the synagogues [those on the platform near the scrolls of the Law, facing the congregation],
Luke 9:46
An argument started among them as to which of them might be the greatest [surpassing the others in esteem and authority].
Acts 8:19
saying, “Give me this authority and power too, so that anyone on whom I lay my hands may receive the Holy Spirit.”