If you be among great men, make not yourself equal with them; and when ancient men are in place, use not many words.
LXX
Sirach 32:9
In all thy gifts shew a cheerful countenance, and dedicate thy tithes with gladness.
Parallel Translations
If thou be among great men, make not thyself equal with them; and when ancient men are in place, use not many words.
When among great men, don’t behave as their equal. When another is speaking, don’t babble.