Better is he that is lightly esteemed, and hath a servant, Than he that honoreth himself, and lacketh bread.
He that is despised, and hath a servant, is better Than he that honoureth himself, and lacketh bread.
Better is he who is lightly esteemed but works for his own support than he who assumes honor for himself and lacks bread.
Better to be held in low regard and have a servant than to be conceited and lack food.
Better is a pauper who has what he needs, than someone glorious and in need of bread.