Whosoever is seeking dignity, then know that to God belongs all dignity. To Him ascend the good words, and they are exalted by the good deeds. As for those who scheme evil, they will have a painful retribution, and their scheming will fail.
Translation endnotes
[35:10] The principles advocated by the Quran build excellent qualities for individuals as well as communities. For the word izza (dignity, prestige) see, 3:26; 19:81; 4:139; 35:10; 38:2; 63:8.