⁷ For many dreams bring futility; so do many words.^(A) Therefore, fear God.

The Realities of Wealth

⁸ If you see oppression of the poor^(B) and perversion of justice and righteousness in the province, don’t be astonished at the situation,^(C) because one official protects another official, and higher officials protect them. ⁹ The profit from the land is taken by all; the king is served by the field.^[a](D)