^{18 Ref} The days of the upright are numbered by the Lord, and their heritage will be for ever.

^{19 Ref} They will not be shamed in the evil time, and in the days when all are in need of food they will have enough.

^{20 Ref} But the wrongdoers will come to destruction, and the haters of the Lord will be like the fat of lambs, they will be burned up; they will go up in smoke, and never again be seen.

^{21 Ref} The sinner takes money and does not give it back; but the upright man has mercy, and gives to others.

^{22 Ref} Those who have his blessing will have the earth for their heritage; but those who are cursed by him will be cut off.

^{23 Ref} The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and he takes delight in his way.

^{24 Ref} Even if he has a fall he will not be without help: for the hand of the Lord is supporting him.