Proverbs 28:6
New Century Version
6 It is better to be poor and innocent
than to be rich and wicked.
Proverbs 28:8
New Century Version
8 Some people get rich by overcharging others,
but their wealth will be given to those who are kind to the poor.
Proverbs 28:11
New Century Version
11 Rich people may think they are wise,
but the poor with understanding will prove them wrong.
Proverbs 28:16
New Century Version
16 A ruler without wisdom will be cruel,
but the one who refuses to take dishonest money will rule a long time.
Proverbs 28:20
New Century Version
20 A truthful person will have many blessings,
but those eager to get rich will be punished.
Proverbs 28:22
New Century Version
22 Selfish people are in a hurry to get rich
and do not realize they soon will be poor.
Proverbs 28:27
New Century Version
27 Whoever gives to the poor will have everything he needs,
but the one who ignores the poor will receive many curses.
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