5
In the hand of God is the prosperity of man, and upon the person of the scribe shall He lay His honor.
6
Bear not hatred against thy neighbor for every wrong, and do nothing at all by injurious practices.
7
Pride is hateful before God and man, and by both doth one commit iniquity.
8
Because of unrighteous dealings, injuries, and riches got by deceit, the kingdom is translated from one people to another.
9
Why are earth and ashes proud? There is not a more wicked thing than a covetous man; for such a one setteth his own soul for sale, because while he liveth he casteth away his bowels.
Third Millennium Bible (TMB), New Authorized Version, Copyright 1998 by Deuel Enterprises, Inc., Gary, SD 57237. All rights reserved.