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The Bible consistently warns us against despising or exploiting the poor.

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There are a multitude of Scripture verses on this subject, but we will look at several verses from Proverbs:

  • “He who despises his neighbor sins; but he who has mercy on the poor, happy is he.” (Proverbs 14:21)
  • “He who has pity on the poor lends to the Lord, and He will pay back what he has given.” (Proverbs 19:17)
  • “Whoever shuts his ears to the cry of the poor will also cry himself and not be heard.” (Proverbs 21:13)
  • “He who gives to the poor will not lack, but he who hides his eyes will have many curses.” (Proverbs 28:27)
  • “The righteous considers the cause of the poor, but the wicked does not understand such knowledge.” (Proverbs 29:7)