Surely oppression 1 can turn a wise person into a fool; 2 likewise, 3 a bribe corrupts 4 the heart. 5
If you see the extortion 1 of the poor, or the perversion 2 of justice and fairness in the government, 3 do not be astonished by the matter. For the high official is watched by a higher official, 4 and there are higher ones over them! 5