I became a capitalist, an Athon, a general officer, and finally Kohen.
"At length, on one eventful day, I learned that one of my associates had by a long course of reckless folly become the richest man in all the country.

He had become Athon, Melek, and at last Kohen Gadol.

It was a terrible shock, but I trust a salutary one.

I at once resolved to reform.

That resolution I have steadily kept, and have at least saved myself from descending any lower.