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17 he may prepare it, but the just shall put it on, and the innocent shall divide the silver.

18 He built his house as a moth and as a booth that the keeper makes.

19 The rich man shall lie down, but he shall not be gathered; he shall open his eyes and not see anyone.

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17 what he lays up(A) the righteous will wear,(B)
    and the innocent will divide his silver.(C)
18 The house(D) he builds is like a moth’s cocoon,(E)
    like a hut(F) made by a watchman.
19 He lies down wealthy, but will do so no more;(G)
    when he opens his eyes, all is gone.(H)

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