18 Because there is wrath, beware lest He take you away with one blow;
For ^aa large ransom would not help you avoid it. ‡

19 ^aWill your riches,
Or all the mighty forces,
Keep you from distress? ‡

21 Take heed, ^ado not turn to iniquity,
For ^byou have chosen this rather than affliction. ‡

22 “Behold, God is exalted by His power;
Who teaches like Him?