Proverbs 13:11-13

New Catholic Bible

¹¹ Wealth hastily acquired will dwindle away,
    but when amassed little by little, it will increase.
¹² Hope deferred sickens the heart,
    but a desire fulfilled is a tree of life.
¹³ One who refuses to accept advice is headed for destruction,
    but he who respects a command will be rewarded.^[a]