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Proverbs 28:27
He who gives to the poor will never be in need, but great curses will be on him who gives no attention to them.
Proverbs 28:27 · Bible in Basic English
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Proverbs 28:27 in other translations
He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse.
Whoever gives to the poor will not be in need, but he who hides his eyes will receive many curses.
One who gives to the poor has no lack; but one who closes his eyes will have many curses.
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In context
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.
28 When evil-doers are lifted up, men take cover; but when destruction overtakes them, the upright are increased.
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