14. Let your treasure be in the precepts of the Most High, and it will benefit you more than gold.
15. Store your alms in the hearts of the poor, and it will obtain help for you against all evil.
16. Better than the shield or the lance of a powerful man,
17. it will fight for you against your enemy.
18. A good man offers credit for the sake of his neighbor. But one who abandons him to himself will perish in shame.
19. You should not forget the kindness of your benefactor. For he has offered his life on your behalf.