3
The rich person toils to amass a fortune, and when he rests he fills himself with his dainties.
4
The poor person toils to make a meager living, and if ever he rests he becomes needy.
5
One who loves gold will not be justified; one who pursues money will be led astray by it.
6
Many have come to ruin because of gold, and their destruction has met them face to face.
7
It is a stumbling block to those who are avid for it, and every fool will be taken captive by it.
Footnotes 1
[a].
Heb Syr: Gk [pursues destruction will be filled]
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