Those families that are possessed of members, wealth and kine, are not regarded as families if they be wanting in good manners and conduct, while families wanting in wealth but distinguished by manners and good conduct are regarded as such and win great reputation. Therefore, should good manners and good conduct be maintained with care, for, as regards wealth, it cometh or goeth. He that is wanting in wealth is not really wanting, but he that is wanting in manners and conduct is really in want.

In plain words: A family with many people, money and cows is not truly a good family if it lacks good manners and behaviour. A poor family with good conduct is respected. Money comes and goes, so guard your good conduct. Someone without money is not truly poor; someone without good character is.