Proverbs 11:26 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

He that withholdeth corn, the people shall curse him: but blessing shall be upon the head of him that selleth it.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

People will curse someone who hoards grain when others are hungry, but blessings will come to the person who sells it to those in need.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse teaches that those who withhold necessities from people in need will face condemnation, while those who share what they have will be blessed.

📚 Historical Context

In ancient Israel, grain was a basic necessity for survival, and hoarding it during times of scarcity could mean life or death for entire communities. Merchants who stockpiled grain to drive up prices during famines were seen as exploiting human desperation. This proverb reflects the agricultural society's dependence on fair trade and community responsibility for ensuring everyone had access to food.

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