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Proverbs 28:24
He who takes from his father or his mother what is theirs by right, and says, It is no sin; is the same as a taker of life.
Proverbs 28:24 · Bible in Basic English
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Proverbs 28:24 in other translations
Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, It is no transgression; the same is the companion of a destroyer.
He who robs his father or mother, saying, “It is not wrong,” is a companion to the man who destroys.
Whoever robs his father or his mother and says, “It’s not wrong,” is a partner with a destroyer.
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In context
21 It is not good to have respect for a man's position: for a man will do wrong for a bit of bread.
22 He who is ever desiring wealth goes running after money, and does not see that need will come on him.
23 He who says words of protest to a man will later have more approval than one who says smooth words with his tongue.
24 He who takes from his father or his mother what is theirs by right, and says, It is no sin; is the same as a taker of life.
25 He who is ever desiring profit is a cause of fighting; but he who puts his faith in the Lord will be made fat.
26 He whose faith is in himself is foolish; but everyone walking wisely will be kept safe.
27 He who gives to the poor will never be in need, but great curses will be on him who gives no attention to them.
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