Proverbs 22:22-29

Saying 2 22Do not exploit the poor because they are poor and do not crush the needy in court,

23for the LORD will take up their case and will exact life for life.

Saying 3 24Do not make friends with a hot-tempered person, do not associate with one easily angered,

25or you may learn their ways and get yourself ensnared.

Saying 4 26Do not be one who shakes hands in pledge or puts up security for debts;

27if you lack the means to pay, your very bed will be snatched from under you.

Saying 5 28Do not move an ancient boundary stone set up by your ancestors. Saying 6 29Do you see someone skilled in their work? They will serve before kings; they will not serve before officials of low rank.