Proverbs 14:31
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King James Version (modern wording)
He that oppresses the poor reproaches his Maker: but he that honors him has mercy on the poor.
Proverbs 14:31 (KJV)
American Standard Version
He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker; But he that hath mercy on the needy honoreth him.
Proverbs 14:31 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
Whoever oppresses the poor taunts their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors Him.
Proverbs 14:31 (BSB)
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What does Proverbs 14:31 say?
Proverbs 14:31 in modern King James wording reads: "He that oppresses the poor reproaches his Maker: but he that honors him has mercy on the poor."
Where is Proverbs 14:31 found in the Bible?
Proverbs 14:31 is verse 31 of chapter 14 of the book of Proverbs, in the Old Testament. Proverbs has 31 chapters.
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