Proverbs 22:16-18

Douay-Rheims 1899 American Edition

¹⁶ He that oppresseth the poor, to increase his own riches, shall himself give to one that is richer, and shall be in need.

¹⁷ Incline thy ear, and hear the words of the wise: and apply thy heart to my doctrine:

¹⁸ Which shall be beautiful for thee, if thou keep it in thy bowels, and it shall flow in thy lips: