²⁰ The poor are disliked even by their neighbors,
    but the rich have many friends.^(A)

⁴ Wealth brings many friends,
    but the poor are left friendless.^(A)

⁷ If the poor are hated even by their kin,
    how much more are they shunned by their friends!
When they call after them, they are not there.^[a](A)

⁴ Some companions rejoice in the happiness of friends,
    but in time of trouble they are against them.^(A)

⁵ Some companions help a friend for their stomachs’ sake,
    yet in battle they will carry his shield.^(A)