Whoever keeps the law is a discerning son,
But a companion of gluttons shames his father.

One who increases his possessions by usury and extortion
Gathers it for him who will pity the poor.

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A discerning son heeds instruction,
    but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father.(A)

Whoever increases wealth by taking interest(B) or profit from the poor
    amasses it for another,(C) who will be kind to the poor.(D)

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