Proverbs 19:17
If you're kind to the poor, you're lending to the Lord, and he will repay you well for what you've done.
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16Keep the commandments, and you'll live; despise them and you'll die.
18Discipline your son while there's still hope, but don't kill him.
Cross References
Deuteronomy 15:11You will always have those who are poor and in need among you, so that's why I'm telling you to give generously to them.
Psalms 41:2The Lord protects them and keeps them alive. They will live happily in the land, and they will not be handed over to their enemies.
Proverbs 12:14What you say brings you rewards, and your work returns to bless you.
Proverbs 14:31Anyone who oppresses the poor insults their Maker, but anyone who is kind to the needy honors him.
Proverbs 28:27If you give to the poor, you won't be in need; but if you look the other way, you'll have many curses.
Isaiah 58:7Share your food with the hungry, take the poor and homeless into your house. When you see people naked, give them clothes, and don't reject your own relatives.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 19:17
16 He that keepeth the commandment keepeth his own soul; but he that despiseth his ways shall die. Here is, 1. The happiness of those that walk circumspectly. Those that make conscience of keeping the commandment in every thing, that live by rule, as becomes servants and patients, keep their own souls; they secure their present peace and future bliss, and provide every way well for themselves. If we keep God's word, God's word will keep us from every thing really hurtful. 2. The misery of those that live at large… Read the whole commentary →