Proverbs 25:21

The Message

If you see your enemy hungry, go buy him lunch; if he’s thirsty, bring him a drink. Your generosity will surprise him with goodness, and God will look after you.

Cross References

2 Kings 6:22

“Not on your life!” said Elisha. “You didn’t lift a hand to capture them, and now you’re going to kill them? No sir, make a feast for them and send them back to their master.”

Proverbs 24:17

Don’t laugh when your enemy falls; don’t gloat over his collapse. God might see, and become very provoked, and then take pity on his plight.

Proverbs 25:20

Singing light songs to the heavyhearted is like pouring salt in their wounds.