Proverbs 22:4-9

⁴The fear of the Lord is the offspring of wisdom, and wealth, and glory, and life.

⁵Thistles and snares are in perverse ways; but he that keeps his soul will refrain from them.

⁷The rich will rule over the poor, and servants will lend to their own masters.

⁸He that sows wickedness shall reap troubles; and shall fully receive the punishment of his deeds. God loves a cheerful and liberal man; but a man shall fully prove the folly of his works.

⁹He that has pity on the poor shall himself be maintained; for he has given of his own bread to the poor. He that gives liberally secures victory an honor; but he takes away the life of them that posses them.