For riches are not for ever: and doth the crown endure to every generation?
For riches are not forever - therefore they are not to be depended on to the neglect of thy flocks. Israel's chief wealth was herds and flocks; so that great men did not think them beneath inspection in person (Genesis 30:32-42; Genesis 31:38-40; Genesis 33:13; 1 Chronicles 27:29; and 2 Chronicles 26:10).
And doth the crown (endure) to every generation? Honours, however great, accompanying riches are not enduring; therefore industry must not be slackened, if thou wouldest retain permanent respectability.