Proverbs 22:16

New English Translation

The one who oppresses the poor to increase his own gain and the one who gives to the rich – both end up only in poverty.

Cross References

Psalm 12:5

“Because of the violence done to the oppressed, because of the painful cries of the needy, I will spring into action,” says the Lord. “I will provide the safety they so desperately desire.”

Proverbs 14:31

The one who oppresses the poor insults his Creator, but whoever shows favor to the needy honors him.

Proverbs 28:22

The stingy person hastens after riches and does not know that poverty will overtake him.

Proverbs 28:3

A poor person who oppresses the weak is like a driving rain without food.

Ecclesiastes 5:8

If you see the extortion of the poor, or the perversion of justice and fairness in the government, do not be astonished by the matter. For the high official is watched by a higher official, and there are higher ones over them!

Luke 16:24

So he called out, ‘Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus to dip the tip of his finger in water and cool my tongue, because I am in anguish in this fire.’

James 2:13

For judgment is merciless for the one who has shown no mercy. But mercy triumphs over judgment.