Sirach 31:6

6 Many have been ruined because of gold, and their destruction has met them head-on.

Sirach 31:6 In-Context

4 Poor people have worked to eke out a living, and when they rest, they become needy again.

5 Whoever loves gold won't be declared just, and whoever pursues profits will be led astray by them.

6 Many have been ruined because of gold, and their destruction has met them head-on.

7 It's a stumbling block for those who are possessed by it, and it will take every senseless person captive.

8 Happy are the rich who are without blame and who don't follow after gold.

Footnotes

• [a] Heb and who have trusted in jewels.