1. How many a fool assumed wealth made him
Superior to the content though lacking its pile

2. If with wealth came virtue in plenty obtained
The debtor would suffer disgrace though his means were but frail

3. Yet the wealthy one, O wise soul, would he
Though an infidel blinded, excel and prevail

4. Many an infidel gathered a fortune, indeed it is rife
While believers oft wanting and hardships assail