Proverbs 22:16-18
New American Standard Bible 1995
16 He (A)who oppresses the poor to make [a]more for himself
Or who gives to the rich, (B)will only come to poverty.
17 (C)Incline your ear and hear the words of the wise,
And apply your mind to my knowledge;
18 For it will be (D)pleasant if you keep them within you,
[b]That they may be ready on your lips.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 22:16 Lit much
- Proverbs 22:18 Lit They together
Proverbs 22:16-18
New International Version
16 One who oppresses the poor to increase his wealth
and one who gives gifts to the rich—both come to poverty.
Thirty Sayings of the Wise
Saying 1
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