⁶ Better a poor man who lives with integrity^(A)
than a rich man who distorts right and wrong.^[a](B)

⁸ Whoever increases his wealth through excessive interest^(A)
collects it for one who is kind to the poor.^(B)

¹¹ A rich man is wise in his own eyes,
but a poor man who has discernment sees through him.

¹⁶ A leader who lacks understanding
is very oppressive,
but one who hates dishonest profit
prolongs his life.^(A)

²⁰ A faithful man will have many blessings,^(A)
but one in a hurry to get rich^(B)
will not go unpunished.