Bible · Proverbs 22 · Verse 16
Proverbs 22:16
Berean Standard Bible
Oppressing the poor to enrich oneself or giving gifts to the rich will surely lead to poverty.
King James Version
He that oppresseth the poor to increase his riches, and he that giveth to the rich, shall surely come to want.
World English Bible
Whoever oppresses the poor for his own increase and whoever gives to the rich, both come to poverty.
American Standard Version
He that oppresseth the poor to increase his gain, And he that giveth to the rich, shall come only to want.