Proverbs 22:16

Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version

He that oppresseth the poor, to increase his own riches, shall himself give to one that is richer, and shall be in need.

Cross References

James 2:13

For judgment without mercy to him that hath not done mercy. And mercy exalteth itself above judgment.

Psalm 12:5

lest at any time my enemy say: I have prevailed against him. They that trouble me will rejoice when I am moved:

Proverbs 28:3

A poor man that oppresseth the poor, is like a violent shower, which bringeth a famine.

Proverbs 14:31

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

Luke 16:24

And he cried, and said: Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, to cool my tongue: for I am tormented in this flame.

Proverbs 28:22

A man, that maketh haste to be rich, and envieth others, is ignorant that poverty shall come upon him.

Ecclesiastes 5:8

Moreover there is the king that reigneth over all the land subject to him.