Proverbs
King James Version (KJV)
Proverbs 14:31
“He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor.”
King James Version (KJV)
Proverbs 14:31 Context
28In the multitude of people is the king's honour: but in the want of people is the destruction of the prince. 29He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly. 30A sound heart is the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones. 31He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor. 32The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous hath hope in his death. 33Wisdom resteth in the heart of him that hath understanding: but that which is in the midst of fools is made known. 34Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people.
"He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor." Proverbs 14:31 KJV Similar Verses Save
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Translation Details for Proverbs 14:31
He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor.
Other Translations for Proverbs 14:31
Bible Commentary for Proverbs 14:31
Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 14:31
14:31 His maker - Whose image the poor man bears, by whose providence he is made poor, and who hath declared himself to be their protector and avenger.
Hee that oppresseth the poore, reprocheth his Maker: but hee that honoureth him, hath mercy on the poore.
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan
He who oppresses the poor taunts his Maker, But he who is gracious to the needy honors Him.
- New American Standard Version (1995)
He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker; But he that hath mercy on the needy honoreth him.
- American Standard Version (1901)
He who is hard on the poor puts shame on his Maker; but he who has mercy on those who are in need gives him honour.
- Basic English Bible
He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker; but he that honoureth Him is gracious to the needy.
- Darby Bible
He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoreth him hath mercy on the poor.
- Webster's Bible
He who oppresses the poor shows contempt for his Maker, but he who is kind to the needy honors him.
- World English Bible
An oppressor of the poor reproacheth his Maker, And whoso is honouring Him Is favouring the needy.
- Youngs Literal Bible
He that oppresseth the poor blasphemeth his Maker; but he that is gracious unto the needy honoureth Him.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible