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19 they are not put to shame in evil times,
    in the days of famine they have abundance.

20 But the wicked perish,
    and the enemies of the Lord are like the glory of the pastures;
    they vanish—like smoke they vanish away.

21 The wicked borrow, and do not pay back,
    but the righteous are generous and keep giving;

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19 In times of disaster they will not wither;
    in days of famine they will enjoy plenty.

20 But the wicked will perish:(A)
    Though the Lord’s enemies are like the flowers of the field,
    they will be consumed, they will go up in smoke.(B)

21 The wicked borrow and do not repay,
    but the righteous give generously;(C)

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