Exodus 23:3

Conservative English Version

And don't favor the poor, simply because they are poor.

Cross References

Exodus 23:6

Make sure that the poor are given equal justice in court.

Proverbs 18:5

It's wrong to favor the guilty and keep the innocent from getting justice.

Proverbs 22:22

Don't take advantage of the poor or cheat them in court.

Isaiah 10:1

You people are in for trouble! You have made cruel and unfair laws

Leviticus 19:15

Be fair, no matter who is on trial--don't favor either the poor or the rich.

Amos 5:12

I am the LORD, and I know your terrible sins. You cheat honest people and take bribes; you rob the poor of justice.

Deuteronomy 1:17

And it doesn't matter if one is helpless and the other is powerful. Don't be afraid of anyone! No matter who shows up in your court, God will help you make a fair decision. If any case is too hard for you, bring the people to me, and I will make the decision.

Deuteronomy 16:19

(SEE 16:18)

James 3:17

But the wisdom that comes from above leads us to be pure, friendly, gentle, sensible, kind, helpful, genuine, and sincere.