Dishonest money dwindles away,
but he who gathers money little
by little makes it grow.
From the fruit of his lips a man enjoys
good things,
but the unfaithful have a craving for
violence.
One man pretends to be rich, yet has
nothing;
another pretends to be poor, yet has
great wealth.
A man who lacks judgement derides
his neighbor,
but a man of understanding holds
his tongue.
Lazy hands make for poverty,
but diligent hands bring wealth.
My son, pay attention to what I say;
turn your ear to my words.
Do not let them out of your sight,
keep them within your heart;
for they are life to those who find them
and health to one’s whole body.
My son, do not despise Yahuah’s discipline
and do not resent his rebuke,
because Yahuah disciplines those he loves,
as a father the son he delights in.
Do not be wise in your own eyes;
fear Yahuah and shun evil.
This will bring health to your body
and nourishment to your bones.