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

²¹ It is a sin to despise one’s neighbor,^(B)
    but blessed is the one who is kind to the needy.^(C)

²⁸ A large population is a king’s glory,
    but without subjects a prince is ruined.^(A)

³¹ Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker,^(A)
    but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.^(B)

³² When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down,^(C)
    but even in death the righteous seek refuge in God.^(D)

³⁴ Righteousness exalts a nation,^(A)
    but sin condemns any people.

³⁵ A king delights in a wise servant,
    but a shameful servant arouses his fury.^(B)