KJV ORIGINAL
He coveteth greedily all the day long: but the righteous giveth and spareth not.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Some people spend all day wanting more and more for themselves, but those who do what's right give generously without holding back.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse contrasts greedy people who always want more with righteous people who give freely and generously.
📚 Historical Context
This proverb comes from ancient Israel's wisdom literature, likely compiled during Solomon's reign around 950 BC. In that agrarian society, sharing resources was essential for community survival, and generosity was seen as a mark of godly character. The contrast between the greedy and the generous would have been especially meaningful in a culture where mutual aid determined whether families thrived or struggled.
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