12 Thou knowest all things, and thou knowest, Lord, that it was neither in contempt nor pride, nor for any desire of glory, that I did not bow down to proud Aman. (KJV) 13 For I could have been content with good will for the salvation of Israel to kiss the soles of his feet. (KJV) 14 But I did this, that I might not prefer the glory of man above the glory of God: neither will I worship any but thee, O God, neither will I do it in pride. (KJV)
Greek Esther 13:12–14
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