6  ^vBetter is a poor man who walks in his integrity

than a rich man who is ^wcrooked in his ways.

8  Whoever multiplies his wealth by ^zinterest and profit¹

^agathers it for him who is generous to the poor.

11  A rich man is wise in his own eyes,

but a poor man who has understanding will find him out.

16  A ruler who ⁱlacks understanding is a cruel oppressor,

but he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.

20  A faithful man will abound with blessings,

but whoever ^mhastens to be rich will not go unpunished.

22  A stingy man¹ hastens after wealth

and does not know that poverty will come upon him.

27  ^sWhoever gives to the poor will not want,

but he who hides his eyes will get many a curse.