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Proverbs 13:8

The ransom of a man's life are his riches: but the poor heareth not rebuke.
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English Standard Version

The ransom of a man's life is his wealth, but a poor man hears no threat.

New International Version

A man's riches may ransom his life, but a poor man hears no threat.

Catholic Public Domain Version

The redemption of a man’s life is his riches. But he who is poor cannot tolerate correction