3 The rich man has labored in gathering wealth, and in his rest, he will be filled with his goods.
4 The poor man has labored in his lowly way, and in the end, he may still be in need.
5 Whoever loves gold will not be justified. And whoever pursues consumption will be consumed by it.
6 Many have been caused to fall because of gold, and it became their ruin by its beauty.
7 Gold is a stumbling block to those who sacrifice for it. Woe to those who pursue it eagerly, for all the imprudent will perish by it.
8 Blessed is the rich man who is found to be without blemish. And blessed is he who has not gone after gold, nor placed his hope in money or treasures.
9 Who is he? For we should praise him. For he has done wonderful things in his life.