Verse 4
He who labours and endures hardship in his seed-time for eternity, will be properly diligent as
to his earthly business.
Verse 5
Though many capable of giving wise counsel are silent, yet something may be drawn from
them, which will reward those who obtain it.
Verse 6
It is hard to find those that have done, and will do more good than they speak, or care to hear
spoken of.
Verse 7
A good man is not liable to uneasiness in contriving what he shall do, or in reflecting on what
he has done, as those who walk in deceit. And his family fare better for his sake.
Verse 8
If great men are good men, they may do much good, and prevent very much evil.Verse 9
Some can say, Through grace, we are cleaner than we have been; but it was the work of the
Holy Spirit.
Verse 10
See the various deceits men use, of which the love of money is the root. The Lord will not bless
what is thus gotten.
Verse 11
Parents should observe their children, that they may manage them accordingly.Verse 12
All our powers and faculties are from God, and are to be employed for him.Verse 13