7
When such a person does something good, it is only by accident; his selfishness will sooner or later be evident.
8
A selfish person is evil; he turns his back on people's needs
9
and is never satisfied with what he has. Greed will shrivel up a person's soul.
10
Some people are too stingy to put bread on their own table.
11
My child, treat yourself as well as you can, and bring worthy offerings to the Lord.
12
Remember that death is coming for you some day, and you haven't been told when that will be.
13
Before that day comes, be kind to your friends; be as generous as you can.
14
Don't deny yourself a single day's happiness. If there is something you want to do and it is lawful, go ahead!
15
Some day all that you have worked for will be divided up and given to others.
16
So be generous; but also be willing to receive from others. Enjoy yourself, for you will not find any pleasures in the world of the dead.
17
The human body wears out like a piece of clothing. The ancient law decrees that we must die.