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20 Those who curse their father or mother—
    their lamp will be snuffed out when it becomes dark.
21 Inheritance gained quickly at first
    won’t bless later on.
22 Don’t say, “I’ll repay the evildoer!”
    Wait for the Lord, and he will save you.

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20 If someone curses their father or mother,(A)
    their lamp will be snuffed out in pitch darkness.(B)

21 An inheritance claimed too soon
    will not be blessed at the end.

22 Do not say, “I’ll pay you back for this wrong!”(C)
    Wait for the Lord, and he will avenge you.(D)

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