Proverbs 22:16

The Scriptures 2009

One oppresses the poor to increase his wealth, Another gives to the rich, only to come to poverty.

Cross References

Psalm 12:5

Because of the oppression of the poor, because of the sighing of the needy, I now arise, says יהוה, “I set in safety – he pants for it.”

Proverbs 14:31

He who oppresses the poor reproaches his Maker, But he who esteems Him shows favour to the needy.

Proverbs 28:22

A man with an evil eye runs after wealth, And does not know that poverty awaits him.

Proverbs 28:3

A poor man who oppresses the poor Is like a sweeping rain that leaves no food.

Ecclesiastes 5:8

If you see the oppression of the poor, and denial of right-ruling and righteousness in a province, do not be astonished at the matter. For a higher than the high is guarding, and there are higher ones over them.

Luke 16:24

“And crying out he said, ‘Father Aḇraham, have compassion on me, and send El‛azar to dip the tip of his finger in water and cool my tongue, for I am suffering in this flame.’

James 2:13

For the judgment is without compassion to the one who has shown no compassion. And compassion boasts over judgment.