He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse.
Anyone who gives to the poor will have everything they need, but those who turn away and ignore the poor will face many troubles.
This verse promises that God will take care of those who help the poor, while warning that ignoring needy people brings trouble into our lives.
📚 Historical Context
This proverb comes from Solomon's collection of wisdom sayings, written during Israel's golden age when there was both great wealth and poverty. In ancient Israel, caring for the poor was considered a fundamental religious duty, and the community was expected to support widows, orphans, and foreigners. The Hebrew concept of blessing and curse was deeply tied to how people treated the vulnerable in society.
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