11 A rich man’s wealth is his fortified city;in his imagination it is like a high wall.(A)
11 The riches of the wealthy are a strong city and like a high wall in their imagination.
16 A gift opens doors[a] for a manand brings him before the great.(A)
16 A gift opens the way for access to important people.
23 The poor man pleads,(A)but the rich one answers roughly.(B)
23 The poor plead for help, but the wealthy answer harshly.
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