Proverbs 28:5-13 in English

⁵ Evil men understand not justice; But they that seek Jehovah understand all things.

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, Than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.

⁷ Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son; But he that is a companion of gluttons shameth his father.

⁸ He that augmenteth his substance by interest and increase, Gathereth it for him that hath pity on the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, Even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoso causeth the upright to go astray in an evil way, He shall fall himself into his own pit; But the perfect shall inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own conceit; But the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; But when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He that covereth his transgressions shall not prosper; But whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall obtain mercy.

⁵ Evil men will not understand judgment: but they that seek the Lord will understand everything.

⁶ A poor man walking in truth is better than a rich liar.

⁷ A wise son keeps the law: but he that keeps up debauchery dishonours his father.

⁸ He that increases his wealth by usuries and unjust gains, gathers it for him that pities the poor.

⁹ He that turns away his ear from hearing the law, even he has made his prayer abominable.

¹⁰ He that causes upright men to err in an evil way, himself shall fall into destruction: transgressors also shall pass by prosperity, but shall not enter into it.

¹¹ A rich man is wise in his own conceit; but an intelligent poor man will condemn him.

¹² By reason of the help of righteous men great glory arises: but in the places of the ungodly men are caught.

¹³ He that covers his own ungodliness shall not prosper: but he that blames himself shall be loved.

⁵ Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all things.

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his uprightness, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.

⁷ Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father.

⁸ He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination.

¹⁰ Whoso causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit: but the upright shall have good things in possession.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.

¹² When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden.

¹³ He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.

⁵ Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all things.

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his uprightness, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.

⁷ Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father.

⁸ He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination.

¹⁰ Whoso causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit: but the upright shall have good things in possession.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.

¹² When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden.

¹³ He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.

⁵ Evil men will not understand judgment: but they that seek the Lord will understand everything.

⁶ A poor man walking in truth is better than a rich liar.

⁷ A wise son keeps the law: but he that keeps up debauchery dishonors his father.

⁸ He that increases his wealth by usuries and unjust gains, gathers it for him that pities the poor.

⁹ He that turns away his ear from hearing the law, even he has made his prayer abominable.

¹⁰ He that causes upright men to err in an evil way, himself shall fall into destruction: transgressor also shall pass by prosperity, but shall not enter into it.

¹¹ A rich man is wise in his own conceit; but an intelligent poor man will condemn him.

¹² By reason of the help of righteous men great glory arises: but in the places of the ungodly men are caught.

¹³ He that covers his own ungodliness shall not prosper: but he that blames himself shall be loved.

⁵ Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all things.

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.

⁷ Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of gluttonous men shameth his father.

⁸ He that augmenteth his substance by usury and increase, gathereth it for him that hath pity on the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoso causeth the upright to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit: but the perfect shall inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He that covereth his transgressions shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall obtain mercy.

⁵ Evil people do not understand what it means to act justly, but those who try to obey/worship Yahweh understand that very well.

⁶ It is better to be honest even though you are poor than to be dishonest even though you are rich.

⁷ Young people who obey the laws are wise IDM; parents whose children associate with those who ◄carouse/go to wild parties► are humiliated/disgraced because of what their children do.

⁸ When people become very rich by charging very high interest DOU, their money will eventually go to someone who does kind things for the poor.

⁹ If people do not obey MTY God's laws, God ◄detests their prayers/considers that their prayers stink►.

¹⁰ Those who cause honest/good people to do what is evil will fall into their own pits/traps, but good things will happen to those who ◄are innocent/have not done what is wrong►.

¹¹ Many rich people think that they are wise, but poor people who have good sense will find out whether rich people really are wise or not.

¹² When righteous/good people ◄succeed/win elections►, everyone ◄celebrates/is happy►; but when wicked people win, everyone hides because they are afraid of what the wicked people will do.

¹³ Those who refuse to confess/admit their sins will not prosper, but God acts mercifully/kindly toward those who confess their sins and turn away from their sinful behavior.

⁵ Evil men will not understand judgement: but they that seek the Lord will understand everything.

⁶ A poor man walking in truth is better than a rich liar.

⁷ A wise son keeps the law: but he that keeps up debauchery dishonours his father.

⁸ He that increases his wealth by usuries and unjust gains, gathers it for him that pities the poor.

⁹ He that turns away his ear from hearing the law, even he has made his prayer abominable.

¹⁰ He that causes upright men to err in an evil way, himself shall fall into destruction: transgressor also shall pass by prosperity, but shall not enter into it.

¹¹ A rich man is wise in his own conceit; but an intelligent poor man will condemn him.

¹² By reason of the help of righteous men great glory arises: but in the places of the ungodly men are caught.

¹³ He that covers his own ungodliness shall not prosper: but he that blames himself shall be loved.

⁵ Evil men don’t understand justice; but those who seek Yahweh understand it fully.

⁶ Better is the poor who walks in his integrity than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.

⁷ Whoever keeps the law is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.

⁹ He who turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, he will fall into his own trap; but the blameless will inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

⁵ Evil men don’t understand justice; but those who seek Yahweh understand it fully.

⁶ Better is the poor who walks in his integrity than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.

⁷ Whoever keeps the law is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.

⁹ He who turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, he will fall into his own trap; but the blameless will inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

⁵ Evil men don’t understand justice; but those who seek the LORD understand it fully.

⁶ Better is the poor who walks in his integrity than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.

⁷ Whoever keeps the law is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.

⁹ He who turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, he will fall into his own trap; but the blameless will inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

⁵ Evil men have no knowledge of what is right; but those who go after the Lord have knowledge of all things.

⁶ Better is the poor man whose ways are upright, than the man of wealth whose ways are not straight.

⁷ He who keeps the law is a wise son, but he who keeps company with feasters puts shame on his father.

⁸ He who makes his wealth greater by taking interest, only gets it together for him who has pity on the poor.

⁹ As for the man whose ear is turned away from hearing the law, even his prayer is disgusting.

¹⁰ Anyone causing the upright to go wandering in an evil way, will himself go down into the hole he has made; but the upright will have good things for their heritage.

¹¹ The man of wealth seems to himself to be wise, but the poor man who has sense has a low opinion of him.

¹² When the upright do well, there is great glory; but when evil-doers are lifted up, men do not let themselves be seen.

¹³ He who keeps his sins secret will not do well; but one who is open about them, and gives them up, will get mercy.

⁵ Evil men understand not judgment; but they that seek Jehovah understand everything.

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, than he that is perverse, double in ways, though he be rich.

⁷ Whoso observeth the law is a son that hath understanding; but he that is a companion of profligates bringeth shame to his father.

⁸ He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance gathereth it for him that is gracious to the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoso causeth the upright to go astray in an evil way, shall himself fall into his own pit; but the perfect shall inherit good.

¹¹ A rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men conceal themselves.

¹³ He that covereth his transgressions shall not prosper; but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall obtain mercy.

⁵ Evil men think not on judgment: but they that seek after the Lord, take notice of all things.

⁶ Better is the poor man walking in his simplicity, than the rich in crooked ways.

⁷ He that keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that feedeth gluttons, shameth his father.

⁸ He that heapeth together riches by usury and loan, gathereth them for him that will be bountiful to the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ears from hearing the law, his prayer shall be as abomination.

¹⁰ He that deceiveth the just in a wicked way, shall fall in his own destruction: and the upright shall possess his goods.

¹¹ The rich man seemeth to himself wise: but the poor man that is prudent shall search him out.

¹² In the joy of the just there is great glory: when the wicked reign, men are ruined.

¹³ He that hideth his sins, shall not prosper: but he that shall confess, and forsake them, shall obtain mercy.

⁵ Evil people understand nothing about justice, but those who follow the Lord understand it completely.

⁶ Better to be poor and have integrity than to be devious and rich.

⁷ If you keep the law, you're a wise son, but if you keep bad company you shame your father.

⁸ Anyone who gets rich through charging interest and profiteering is only storing it up for someone who is kind to the poor.

⁹ God hates the prayers of people who disregard the law.

¹⁰ Those who lead good people astray into evil ways will fall into their own traps, but the innocent will receive a good reward.

¹¹ The rich see themselves as wise, but poor people with insight see right through them.

¹² When good people win, everyone celebrates, but when the wicked come to power, people hide.

¹³ People who hide their sins won't succeed, but those who confess and renounce their sins will be shown kindness.

⁵ Wicked men vnderstand not iudgemnt: but they that seeke the Lord vnderstand all things.

⁶ Better is the poore that walketh in his vprightnesse, then hee that peruerteth his wayes, though he be riche.

⁷ He that keepeth the Law, is a childe of vnderstanding: but hee that feedeth the gluttons, shameth his father.

⁸ He that increaseth his riches by vsurie and interest, gathereth them for him that will be mercifull vnto the poore.

⁹ He that turneth away his eare from hearing the Law, euen his prayer shalbe abominable.

¹⁰ He that causeth the righteous to go astray by an euill way, shall fall into his owne pit, and the vpright shall inherite good things.

¹¹ The riche man is wise in his owne conceite: but the poore that hath vnderstanding, can trie him.

¹² When righteous men reioyce, there is great glory: but when the wicked come vp, the man is tried.

¹³ He that hideth his sinnes, shall not prosper: but he that confesseth, and forsaketh them, shall haue mercy.

⁵ Evil men understand not justice; but they that seek the LORD understand all things.

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.

⁷ A wise son observeth the teaching; but he that is a companion of gluttonous men shameth his father.

⁸ He that augmenteth his substance by interest and increase, gathereth it for him that is gracious to the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoso causeth the upright to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit; but the whole-hearted shall inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him through.

¹² When the righteous exult, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men must be sought for.

¹³ He that covereth his transgressions shall not prosper; but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall obtain mercy.

⁵ Evil men understand not judgment: But they that seek the Lord understand all things.

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his uprightness, Than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.

⁷ Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son: But he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father.

⁸ He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, He shall gather it for him that will pity the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, Even his prayer shall be abomination.

¹⁰ Whoso causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, He shall fall himself into his own pit: But the upright shall have good things in possession.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own conceit; But the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.

¹² When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: But when the wicked rise, a man is hidden.

¹³ He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: But whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.

⁵ Bad men understand not justice; but they that seek the Lord understand all things.

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.

⁷ Whoso keepeth the law is an intelligent son; but he that is a companion of gluttons bringeth dishonor on his father.

⁸ He that increaseth his wealth by interest and usury will gather it for him that will be kind to the poor.

⁹ When one turneth away his ear so as not to listen to the law, even his prayer becometh an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoso causeth the upright to go astray on an evil way, will surely fall into his own ditch; but the men of integrity will inherit what is good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the indigent that hath understanding can search him through.

¹² When the righteous exult, there is great splendor; but when the wicked rise up, a man hath to be sought for.

¹³ He that concealeth his transgressions will not prosper; but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them will obtain mercy.

⁵ Evil men will not understand judgment: But they that seek the Lord will understand everything.

⁶ A poor man walking in truth is better than a rich liar.

⁷ A wise son keeps the law: But he that keeps up debauchery dishonors his father.

⁸ He that increases his wealth by usuries and unjust gains, Gathers it for him that pities the poor.

⁹ He that turns away his ear from hearing the law, Even he has made his prayer abominable.

¹⁰ He that causes upright men to err in an evil way, Himself shall fall into destruction: Transgressors also shall pass by prosperity, But shall not enter into it.

¹¹ A rich man is wise in his own conceit; But an intelligent poor man will condemn him.

¹² By reason of the help of righteous men great glory arises: But in the places of the ungodly men are caught.

¹³ He that covers his own ungodliness shall not prosper: But he that blames himself shall be loved.

⁵ Wicked men understand not equity; But they who seek the LORD understand all things.

⁶ Better is a poor man who walketh in uprightness, Than he who is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.

⁷ He that keepeth the law is a wise son; But he that is the companion of prodigals bringeth shame on his father.

⁸ He that increaseth his substance by usurious gain Gathereth it for him who will pity the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, Even his prayer shall be an abomination.

¹⁰ He that causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way Shall himself fall into his own pit; But the upright shall have good things in possession.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own conceit; But the poor man, who hath understanding, will search him through.

¹² When the righteous rejoice, there is great glorying; But, when the wicked are exalted, men hide themselves.

¹³ He that covereth his sins shall not prosper; But he that confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.

⁵ Evil men don’t understand mishpat ·justice·; but those who seek Adonai understand it fully.

⁶ Better is the poor who walks in his integrity, than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.

⁷ Whoever keeps the Torah ·Teaching· is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.

⁹ He who turns away his ear from sh'ma ·hearing obeying· the Torah ·Teaching·, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, he will fall into his own trap; but the blameless will inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

¹² When the upright triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He who conceals his sins does not prosper, but whoever yadah ·extend hands in confession· and forsake renounces them finds racham ·merciful love·.

⁵ Evil men do not understand justice, but those who seek Yahweh understand everything.

⁶ It is better for a poor person who walks in his integrity, than for a rich person who is crooked in his ways.

⁷ He who keeps the law is a son who has understanding, but one who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ The one who makes his fortune by charging too much interest gathers his wealth for another who will have pity on poor people.

⁹ If one turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is detestable.

¹⁰ Whoever misleads the upright into an evil way will fall into his own pit, but the blameless will have a good inheritance.

¹¹ The rich person may be wise in his own eyes, but a poor person who has understanding will find him out.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked arise, people are sought out.

¹³ The one who hides his sins will not prosper, but the one who confesses them and forsakes them will be shown mercy.

⁵ Evil men don’t understand justice; but those who seek Yahweh understand it fully.

⁶ Better is the poor who walks in his integrity than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.

⁷ Whoever keeps the law is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.

⁹ He who turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, he will fall into his own trap; but the blameless will inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

⁵ Evil men don’t understand justice; but those who seek the LORD understand it fully.

⁶ Better is the poor who walks in his integrity than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.

⁷ Whoever keeps the law is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.

⁹ He who turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, he will fall into his own trap; but the blameless will inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

⁵ Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all things .

⁶ Better is the poor that walketh in his uprightness, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he is rich.

⁷ He who keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father.

⁸ He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor.

⁹ He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit: but the upright shall have good things in possession.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor man that hath understanding searcheth him out.

¹² When righteous men rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden.

¹³ He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but he who confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.

⁵ Evil men don’t understand justice; but those who seek the LORD understand it fully.

⁶ Better is the poor who walks in his integrity than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.

⁷ Whoever keeps the Torah is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.

⁹ He who turns away his ear from hearing the Torah, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, he will fall into his own trap; but the blameless will inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

⁵ Evil men don’t understand justice; but those who seek the LORD understand it fully.

⁶ Better is the poor who walks in his integrity than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.

⁷ Whoever keeps the Torah is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.

⁸ He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.

⁹ He who turns away his ear from hearing the Torah, even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoever causes the upright to go astray in an evil way, he will fall into his own trap; but the blameless will inherit good.

¹¹ The rich man is wise in his own eyes; but the poor who has understanding sees through him.

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

⁵ Wicked men think not on doom; but they that seek the Lord, perceive all things.

⁶ Better is a poor man going in his simpleness, than a rich man in his shrewd ways.

⁷ He that keepeth the law, is a wise son; but he that feedeth gluttons, shameth his father.

⁸ He that gathereth together riches by usuries, and free increases, gathereth those or them together against poor men.

⁹ His prayer shall be made cursed, that boweth away his ear, that he hear not the law.

¹⁰ He that deceiveth just or rightwise men in an evil way, shall fall in his perishing; and just or rightwise men shall wield his goods.

¹¹ A rich man seemeth wise to himself; but a poor man prudent shall search him out or know his counsel.

¹² In the enhancing of just or rightwise men is much glory; when wicked men reign, fallings of men be.

¹³ He that hideth his great trespasses, shall not be made rightful; but he that acknowledgeth and forsaketh them, shall get mercy.

⁵ Wicked men think not on doom; but they that seek the Lord, perceive all things. (The wicked do not think about justice; but they who seek the Lord, understand everything about it or understand it well.)

⁶ Better is a poor man going in his simpleness, than a rich man in his shrewd ways. (Better is a poor person going in his honesty, or in his integrity, than a rich person in all his depraved ways.)

⁷ He that keepeth the law, is a wise son; but he that feedeth gluttons, shameth his father.

⁸ He that gathereth together riches by usuries, and free(ly) (made) increases, gathereth those together against poor men. (He who gathereth together riches from high interest rates, and exorbitant increases, gathereth them together for him who will give them to the poor.)

⁹ His prayer shall be made cursed, that boweth away his ear (or who turneth away his ear), (so) that he hear not the law.

¹⁰ He that deceiveth just men in an evil way, shall fall in his perishing; and just men shall wield his goods. (He who deceiveth the righteous in an evil way, shall fall in his perishing; and the righteous shall possess his goods.)

¹¹ A rich man seemeth wise to himself; but a poor man prudent shall search him. (A rich person seemeth wise to himself; but a prudent poor person shall search him out, and find him wanting.)

¹² In the enhancing of just men is much glory; when wicked men reign, fallings of men be. (When the righteous be advanced, or promoted, there is much honour; but when the wicked reign, or rule, there shall be the falling of many people.)

¹³ He that hideth his great trespasses, shall not be made rightful; but he that acknowledgeth and forsaketh them, shall get mercy. (He who hideth his great trespasses, shall not be made upright; but he who acknowledgeth and abandoneth them, shall get mercy.)

⁵ Evil men understand not judgment, And those seeking Jehovah understand all.

⁶ Better is the poor walking in his integrity, Than the perverse of ways who is rich.

⁷ Whoso is keeping the law is an intelligent son, And a friend of gluttons, Doth cause his father to blush.

⁸ Whoso is multiplying his wealth by biting and usury, For one favouring the poor doth gather it.

⁹ Whoso is turning his ear from hearing the law, Even his prayer is an abomination.

¹⁰ Whoso is causing the upright to err in an evil way, Into his own pit he doth fall, And the perfect do inherit good.

¹¹ A rich man is wise in his own eyes, And the intelligent poor searcheth him.

¹² In the exulting of the righteous the glory is abundant, And in the rising of the wicked man is apprehensive.

¹³ Whoso is covering his transgressions prospereth not, And he who is confessing and forsaking hath mercy.