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Modern interpretation

Even a win does not make gambling safe; it can be the bait that hides the trap. For example, a lucky first bet may tempt someone to keep playing until losses exceed the original win.

Modern interpretation

A gambler who wins once but loses a hundred times cannot build a happy life through gambling. For example, using rent money to chase back losses can leave a family facing debt.

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If someone keeps rolling dice for profit, their wealth and the means of earning it can pass into other people’s hands. For example, a person may sell savings or tools for betting and lose both money and livelihood.

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Nothing creates poverty like gambling, which brings many troubles and destroys reputation. For example, repeated betting can lead to debt, broken promises, and lost trust at home and work.

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People who refuse to give up gambling, the gambling venue, and the thrill of the game can end up with nothing. For example, someone may spend every payday at betting shops until bills and savings are gone.

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Those trapped by gambling may neglect even their basic needs while suffering through constant worry. For example, a person chasing losses may skip meals or borrow money instead of caring for themselves.

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Spending time gambling can destroy both inherited wealth and good character. For example, someone may waste family savings and start lying to relatives to keep playing.

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Gambling can destroy money, encourage lies, weaken compassion, and bring misery. For example, a bettor who hides losses may deceive family members and become unable to help anyone else.

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Gambling can drive away five essentials: clothing, wealth, food, reputation, and learning. For example, money spent on betting may replace tuition, groceries, and basic necessities.

Modern interpretation

The more a gambler loses, the more they may crave gambling—just as suffering can make a person cling more tightly to life. For example, after losing money, someone may keep betting to recover it and sink even deeper.