Proverbs 14:20-21
New Living Translation
20 The poor are despised even by their neighbors,
while the rich have many “friends.”
21 It is a sin to belittle one’s neighbor;
blessed are those who help the poor.
Proverbs 14:20-21
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
20 The poor are disliked even by their neighbors,
but the rich have many friends.(A)
21 Those who despise their neighbors are sinners,
but happy are those who are kind to the poor.(B)
Proverbs 14:31
New Living Translation
31 Those who oppress the poor insult their Maker,
but helping the poor honors him.
Proverbs 14:31
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
31 Those who oppress the poor insult their Maker,
but those who are kind to the needy honor him.(A)
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