Proverbs 22:16
“He that oppresseth the poor to increase his riches, and he that giveth to the rich, shall surely come to want.”
The mouth of strange women is a deep pit: he that is abhorred of the Lord shall fall therein.
Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.
He that oppresseth the poor to increase his riches, and he that giveth to the rich, shall surely come to want.
Bow down thine ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply thine heart unto my knowledge.
For it is a pleasant thing if thou keep them within thee; they shall withal be fitted in thy lips.
Related Verses
“Rob not the poor, because he is poor: neither oppress the afflicted in the gate:”
“The rich ruleth over the poor, and the borrower is servant to the lender.”
“He that hasteth to be rich hath an evil eye, and considereth not that poverty shall come upon him.”
“He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse.”
“He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor.”