The rich man’s wealth is his strong city, And like a high wall in his own esteem. | A rich person’s wealth is his strong city, And like a high wall in his own imagination. |
Wealth gained by dishonesty will be diminished, But he who gathers by labor will increase. | Wealth obtained from nothing dwindles, But one who gathers by labor increases it. |
As for every man to whom God has given riches and wealth, and given him power to eat of it, to receive his heritage and rejoice in his labor—this is the gift of God. | Furthermore, as for every person to whom God has given riches and wealth, He has also given him the opportunity to enjoy them and to receive his reward and rejoice in his labor; this is the gift of God. |