7. If ever they do good, it is by mistake;in the end they reveal their meanness.
8. Misers are evil people,they turn away and disregard others.
9. The greedy see their share as not enough;greedy injustice dries up the soul.
10. The eye of the miserly is rapacious for food,but there is none of it on their own table.
11. My son, if you have the means, treat yourself well,and enjoy life as best you can.
12. Remember that death does not delay,and you have not been told the grave’s appointed time.
13. Before you die, be good to your friends;give them a share in what you possess.
14. Do not deprive yourself of good things nowor let a choice portion escape you.
15. Will you not leave your riches to others,and your earnings to be divided by lot?