20. Sheol and Abaddon are never satisfied, and people’s eyes are never satisfied.
21. A crucible for silver, and a smelter for gold,and a man for the words of his praise.
22. Though you grind a foolin a mortar with a pestle along with grain,you will not separate his foolishness from him.
23. Know well the condition of your flock, and pay attention to your herds,
24. for wealth is not forever; not even a crown lasts for all time.
25. When hay is removed and new growth appearsand the grain from the hills is gathered in,
26. lambs will provide your clothing,and goats, the price of a field;
27. there will be enough goat’s milk for your food —food for your householdand nourishment for your female servants.