Proverbs 27:24

For riches are not for ever: and doth the crown endure to every generation?

For riches are not forever - therefore they are not to be depended on to the neglect of thy flocks. Israel's chief wealth was herds and flocks; so that great men did not think them beneath inspection in person (; ; ; ; and ).

And doth the crown (endure) to every generation? Honours, however great, accompanying riches are not enduring; therefore industry must not be slackened, if thou wouldest retain permanent respectability.