Proverbs 14:21

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

The one who despises his neighbour sins, but whoever shows kindness to the poor will be happy.

Cross References

Proverbs 28:27

The one who gives to the poor will not be in need, but one who turns his eyes away will receive many curses.

Proverbs 19:17

Kindness to the poor is a loan to the  Lord, and he will give a reward to the lender.  ,

Proverbs 11:12

Whoever shows contempt for his neighbour lacks sense, but a person with understanding keeps silent.

Proverbs 17:5

The one who mocks the poor insults his Maker, and one who rejoices over calamity will not go unpunished.

Proverbs 14:31

The one who oppresses the poor person insults his Maker, but one who is kind to the needy honours him.

Hebrews 6:12

so that you won’t become lazy but will be imitators of those who inherit the promises through faith and perseverance.

Acts 20:35

In every way I’ve shown you that it is necessary to help the weak by labouring like this and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, because he said, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.”  ’

Daniel 4:27

Therefore, may my advice seem good to you, my king. Separate yourself from your sins by doing what is right,  and from your injustices by showing mercy to the needy.  Perhaps there will be an extension of your prosperity.’

Proverbs 18:3

When a wicked person comes, contempt also comes, and along with dishonour, derision.

Luke 18:9

He  also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves  that they were righteous  and looked down  on everyone else:

Proverbs 21:10

A wicked person desires evil; he has no consideration  for his neighbour.

Proverbs 28:8

Whoever increases his wealth through excessive interest collects it for one who is kind to the poor.

Deuteronomy 15:9

Be careful that there isn’t this wicked thought in your heart, “The seventh year, the year of cancelling debts, is near,” and you are stingy towards your poor brother and give him nothing. He will cry out to the Lord against you, and you will be guilty.

Proverbs 22:9

A generous person  will be blessed, for he shares his food with the poor.