¹⁵ The rich man’s wealth is his only strength. The poor man’s poverty is his only^[a] curse.

⁸ Being kidnapped and held for ransom never worries the poor man!

¹⁶ Better a little with reverence for God than great treasure and trouble with it.

⁸ A little gained honestly is better than great wealth gotten by dishonest means.

²⁷ If you give to the poor, your needs will be supplied! But a curse upon those who close their eyes to poverty.

⁷ The good man knows the poor man’s rights; the godless don’t care.

¹⁴ A king who is fair to the poor shall have a long reign.