Proverbs 22:22-29 ▼

22 Do not rob the poor because he is poor, Nor crush the needy at the gate;

23 For the LORD will plead their case And take the life of those who rob them.

24 Do not make friends with a person given to anger, Or go with a hot-tempered person,

25 Or you will learn his ways And find a snare for yourself.

26 Do not be among those who shake hands, Among those who become guarantors for debts.

27 If you have nothing with which to repay, Why should he take your bed from under you?

28 Do not move the ancient boundary Which your fathers have set.

29 Do you see a person skilled in his work? He will stand before kings; He will not stand before obscure people.