Proverbs 14:21

Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version

He that despiseth his neighbour, sinneth: but he that sheweth mercy to the poor, shall be blessed. He that believeth in the Lord, loveth mercy.

Cross References

Proverbs 28:27

He that giveth to the poor, shall not want: he that despiseth his entreaty, shall suffer indigence.

Proverbs 19:17

He that hath mercy on the poor, lendeth to the Lord: and he will repay him.

Proverbs 11:12

He that despiseth his friend, is mean of heart: but the wise man will hold his peace.

Proverbs 17:5

He that despiseth the poor, reproacheth his Maker; and he that rejoiceth at another man's ruin, shall not be unpunished.

Proverbs 14:31

He that oppresseth the poor, upbraideth his Maker: but he that hath pity on the poor, honoureth him.

Hebrews 6:12

That you become not slothful, but followers of them, who through faith and patience shall inherit the promises.

Acts 20:35

I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring you ought to support the weak, and to remember the word of the Lord Jesus, how he said: It is a more blessed thing to give, rather than to receive.

Proverbs 18:3

The wicked man when he is come into the depth of sine, contemneth: but ignominy and reproach follow him.

Psalm 112:9

Who maketh a barren woman to dwell in a house, the joyful mother of children.

Psalm 112:5

Who is as the Lord our God, who dwelleth on high:

Luke 18:9

And to some who trusted in themselves as just, and despised others, he spoke also this parable:

Proverbs 21:10

The soul of the wicked desireth evil, he will not have pity on his neighbour.

Proverbs 28:8

He that heapeth together riches by usury and loan, gathereth them for him that will be bountiful to the poor.

Deuteronomy 15:9

Beware lest perhaps a wicked thought steal in upon thee, and thou say in thy heart: The seventh year of remission draweth nigh. And thou turn away thy eyes from thy poor brother, denying to lend him that which he asketh: lest he cry against thee to the Lord, and it become a sin unto thee.

Proverbs 22:9

He that is inclined to mercy shall be blessed: for of his bread he hath given to the poor. He that maketh presents shall purchase victory and honour: but he carrieth away the souls of the receivers.