There is that scattereth, and yet increaseth; and there is that withholdeth more than is meet, but it tendeth to poverty.
Some people give generously and end up with even more; others hold back what they should give and end up poor.
This verse teaches that generous giving often leads to greater abundance, while being stingy tends to lead to loss.
📚 Historical Context
The book of Proverbs is a collection of wise sayings attributed to King Solomon, written in ancient Israel around 900 BC as part of the wisdom literature of the Old Testament. In that culture, people valued practical wisdom for everyday life, believing that following God's ways led to blessings and success. This verse reflects the biblical theme that generosity aligns with divine principles, while selfishness often results in negative outcomes, drawing from observations of human behavior in ancient Near Eastern societies.
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