Proverbs 14:21

God's Word

Whoever despises his neighbor sins, but blessed is the one who is kind to humble people.

Cross References

Psalm 112:5

All goes well for the person who is generous and lends willingly. He earns an honest living.

Psalm 112:9

He gives freely to poor people. His righteousness continues forever. His head is raised in honor.

Psalm 22:24

The Lord has not despised or been disgusted with the plight of the oppressed one. He has not hidden his face from that person. The Lord heard when that oppressed person cried out to him for help.

Proverbs 11:12

A person who despises a neighbor has no sense, but a person who has understanding keeps quiet.

Proverbs 14:31

Whoever oppresses the poor insults his maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors him.

Proverbs 17:5

Whoever makes fun of a poor person insults his maker. Whoever is happy ⌞to see someone’s⌟ distress will not escape punishment.

Proverbs 18:3

When wickedness comes, contempt also comes, and insult comes along with disgrace.

Proverbs 19:17

Whoever has pity on the poor lends to the Lord, and he will repay him for his good deed.

Proverbs 21:10

The mind of a wicked person desires evil and has no consideration for his neighbor.

Proverbs 22:9

Whoever is generous will be blessed because he has shared his food with the poor.

Proverbs 28:27

Whoever gives to the poor lacks nothing. Whoever ignores the poor receives many curses.

Proverbs 28:8

Whoever becomes wealthy through ⌞unfair⌟ loans and interest collects them for the one who is kind to the poor.

Daniel 4:27

“That is why, Your Majesty, my best advice is that you stop sinning, and do what is right. Stop committing the same errors, and have pity on the poor. Maybe you can prolong your prosperity.”

Luke 18:9

Jesus also used this illustration with some who were sure that God approved of them while they looked down on everyone else.

Acts 20:35

I have given you an example that by working hard like this we should help the weak. We should remember the words that the Lord Jesus said, ‘Giving gifts is more satisfying than receiving them.’ ”

Deuteronomy 15:9

When the seventh year—the year when payments on debts are canceled—is near, you might be stingy toward poor Israelites and give them nothing. Be careful not to think these worthless thoughts. The poor will complain to the Lord about you, and you will be condemned for your sin.

Hebrews 6:12

Then, instead of being lazy, you will imitate those who are receiving the promises through faith and patience.