Luke 14:8
When you are invited to a marriage feast do not take the place of honor. Someone more distinguished than you may be invited.
Proverbs 25:6-7
Do not exalt yourself 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;
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Bible References
General references
Matthew 23:6
They love the place of honor at banquets and the prominent seats in the synagogues.
Luke 9:46
They reasoned among themselves which of them was the greatest.
Acts 8:19
Simon said: Give me this power that on whomever I lay hands, he may receive the Holy Spirit.