Pro 28:22 | MHM | STEP | The Folly of Greedy Pursuit of Wealth This section warns against the strong desire to become rich quickly, no matter the cost. It teaches that this greedy attitude brings no real happiness, and those who chase wealth in this way often end up losing everything. v. 22 : Some people are determined to get rich fast, whether it is right or wrong. The Bible says, he that hastens to be rich has an evil eye . This means they are jealous of those who have more, and they do not even want to spend money on things they need. Because of this, they are never happy or satisfied. Also, they do not realize that their money is not secure. The verse warns that poverty shall come upon them (Proverbs 28:22 ). The wealth they work so hard to get will quickly disappear. These people do not think about what will happen if they lose their riches. In reality, by rushing to be rich, they are actually rushing toward poverty, because riches are uncertain and can be lost at any time.

‏ Proverbs 28:22

The Folly of Greedy Pursuit of Wealth

This section warns against the strong desire to become rich quickly, no matter the cost. It teaches that this greedy attitude brings no real happiness, and those who chase wealth in this way often end up losing everything.

v. 22: Some people are determined to get rich fast, whether it is right or wrong. The Bible says, he that hastens to be rich has an evil eye . This means they are jealous of those who have more, and they do not even want to spend money on things they need. Because of this, they are never happy or satisfied. Also, they do not realize that their money is not secure. The verse warns that poverty shall come upon them (Proverbs 28:22 ^a). The wealth they work so hard to get will quickly disappear. These people do not think about what will happen if they lose their riches. In reality, by rushing to be rich, they are actually rushing toward poverty, because riches are uncertain and can be lost at any time.