Proverbs 19:17
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
17 Whoever cares for the poor lends to the Lord,(A)
who will pay back the sum in full.
Ben Sira 4:3-8
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
3 Do not aggravate a heart already angry,
nor delay giving to the needy.
4 A beggar’s request do not reject;
do not turn your face away from the poor.
5 From the needy do not turn your eyes;
do not give them reason to curse you.
6 If in their pain they cry out bitterly,
their Rock will hear the sound of their cry.
Social Conduct
7 Endear yourself to the assembly;
before the city’s ruler bow your head.
8 Give a hearing to the poor,
and return their greeting with deference;
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