29
The mind of the intelligent man will ponder a parable, and an attentive ear is the wise man's desire.
30
Water extinguishes a blazing fire: so almsgiving atones for sin.
31
Whoever requites favors gives thought to the future; at the moment of his falling he will find support.
Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright 1952 [2nd edition, 1971] by the 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.