8. A kingdom is transferred from one people to another because of injustices, and injuries, and contempt, and every kind of deceit.
9. But nothing is more wicked than a greedy man. Why should that which is earth and ashes be arrogant?
10. There is nothing more iniquitous than to love money. For such a one has sold even his own soul. For in his life, he casts aside his innermost being.