The ransom of a man's life is his wealth,
    but a poor man (A)hears no threat.
(B)The light of the righteous rejoices,
    but (C)the lamp of the wicked will be put out.
10 (D)By insolence comes nothing but strife,
    but with those who take advice is wisdom.
11 (E)Wealth gained hastily[a] will dwindle,
    but whoever gathers little by little will increase it.

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