Proverbs 14:31
31 He who is hard on the poor puts shame on his Maker; but he who has mercy on those who are in need gives him honour.
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31 He who is hard on the poor puts shame on his Maker; but he who has mercy on those who are in need gives him honour.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 14:31
Commentary on Proverbs 14:31
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To oppress the poor is to reproach our Creator.