6
If he can pay, his creditor will hardly get back half, and will regard that as a windfall. If he cannot pay, the borrower has robbed the other of his money, and he has needlessly made him an enemy; he will repay him with curses and reproaches, and instead of glory will repay him with dishonor.
7
Many refuse to lend, not because of meanness, but from fear of being defrauded needlessly.
8
Nevertheless, be patient with someone in humble circumstances, and do not keep him waiting for your alms.
9
Help the poor for the commandment's sake, and in their need do not send them away empty-handed.
10
Lose your silver for the sake of a brother or a friend, and do not let it rust under a stone and be lost.
New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.