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16 Who alone has immortality [in the sense of exemption from every kind of death] and lives in unapproachable light, Whom no man has ever seen or can see. Unto Him be honor and everlasting power and dominion. Amen (so be it).

17 As for the rich in this world, charge them not to be proud and arrogant and contemptuous of others, nor to set their hopes on uncertain riches, but on God, Who richly and ceaselessly provides us with everything for [our] enjoyment.

18 [Charge them] to do good, to be rich in good works, to be liberal and generous of heart, ready to share [with others],

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16 who alone is immortal(A) and who lives in unapproachable light,(B) whom no one has seen or can see.(C) To him be honor and might forever. Amen.(D)

17 Command those who are rich(E) in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth,(F) which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God,(G) who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.(H) 18 Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds,(I) and to be generous and willing to share.(J)

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