Proverbs 28:8
Expanded Bible
8 Some people get rich by ·overcharging others [L interest and surcharge; Ex. 22:25; Deut. 23:20],
but their wealth will be given to those who are ·kind [gracious] to the poor.
Proverbs 28:8
Amplified Bible
8
He who increases his wealth by interest and usury (excessive interest)
Gathers it for him who is gracious to the poor.(A)
Proverbs 28:21
Expanded Bible
21 It is not good ·for a judge to take sides [to show favoritism/partiality; L to recognize faces],
but some will ·sin [transgress; do wrong] for only a piece of bread.
Proverbs 28:21
Amplified Bible
21
To have regard for one person over another and to show favoritism is not good,
Because for a piece of bread a man will transgress.
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