Proverbs [Sayings] 13:4-9

⁴The soul of the sluggard desires, and has nothing, but the desire of the diligent shall be fully satisfied.

⁵A upright man hates lies, but a wicked man brings shame and disgrace.

⁶Righteousness guards the way of integrity, but wickedness overthrows the sinner.

⁷There are some who pretend to be rich, yet have nothing. There are some who pretend to be poor, yet have great wealth.

⁸The ransom of a man’s life is his riches, but the poor sh'ma ·hear obey· no threats.

⁹The light of the upright shines brightly, but the lamp candle of the wicked is snuffed out.