8. He who increases his wealth by interest and usury Gathers it for him who is gracious to the poor.
9. He who turns away his ear from listening to the law, Even his prayer is an abomination.
10. He who leads the upright astray in an evil way Will himself fall into his own pit, But the blameless will inherit good.
11. The rich man is wise in his own eyes, But the poor who has understanding sees through him.
12. When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, But when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.
13. He who conceals his transgressions will not prosper, But he who confesses and forsakes them will find compassion.
14. How blessed is the man who fears always, But he who hardens his heart will fall into calamity.
15. Like a roaring lion and a rushing bear Is a wicked ruler over a poor people.
16. A leader who is a great oppressor lacks understanding, But he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.
17. A man who is laden with the guilt of human blood Will be a fugitive until death; let no one support him.
18. He who walks blamelessly will be delivered, But he who is crooked will fall all at once.
19. He who tills his land will have plenty of food, But he who follows empty pursuits will have poverty in plenty.
20. A faithful man will abound with blessings, But he who makes haste to be rich will not go unpunished.
21. To show partiality is not good, Because for a piece of bread a man will transgress.
22. A man with an evil eye hastens after wealth And does not know that want will come upon him.