²⁶ For to the person who is pleasing in his sight, he gives wisdom, knowledge, and joy;^(A) but to the sinner he gives the task of gathering and accumulating in order to give to the one who is pleasing in God’s sight.^(B) This too is futile and a pursuit of the wind.^(C)

¹³ and lends at interest or for profit, will he live? He will not live! Since he has committed all these detestable acts, he will certainly die. His death will be his own fault.^[a](A)

¹⁷ He keeps his hand from harming the poor, not taking interest or profit on a loan. He practises my ordinances and follows my statutes. Such a person will not die for his father’s iniquity. He will certainly live.