1
The merciful lend to their neighbors; by holding out a helping hand they keep the commandments.
2
Lend to your neighbor in his time of need; repay your neighbor when a loan falls due.
3
Keep your promise and be honest with him, and on every occasion you will find what you need.
4
Many regard a loan as a windfall, and cause trouble to those who help them.
5
One kisses another's hands until he gets a loan, and is deferential in speaking of his neighbor's money; but at the time for repayment he delays, and pays back with empty promises, and finds fault with the time.
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.