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- husband of one wife - This phrase means “a one-woman man.” It is normally translated as “must have only one wife” (UDB). It is debated as to whether this excludes men who have been previously widowed or divorced, or single men.
- moderate - "does nothing to excess"
- sensible - "one who thinks in wise ways" or “one who uses sound judgment” or “reasonable” or “rational” or “intelligent”
- orderly - "behaves well"
- hospitable - "welcomes strangers"
- not addicted to wine - "not a drunkard" or "not drinking too much wine"
- not a brawler - "not someone who likes to fight and argue"
- lover of money - can be a person who steals either directly or through fraud. It can also be someone who works honestly to gain money but does not care properly for other people.
- a good work - "an honorable work"