Proverbs 13:8

The ransom of a man's life is his riches, but the poor hear no threats.

Exodus 21:30

If a ransom is laid on him, then he shall give for the redemption of his life whatever is laid on him.

2 Kings 24:14

He carried away all Jerusalem, and all the princes, and all the mighty men of valor, even ten thousand captives, and all the craftsmen and the smiths; none remained, except the poorest sort of the people of the land.

2 Kings 25:12

But the captain of the guard left of the poorest of the land to work the vineyards and fields.

Job 2:4

Satan answered Yahweh, and said, "Skin for skin. Yes, all that a man has he will give for his life.

Psalm 49:6-10

Those who trust in their wealth, and boast in the multitude of their riches --

Proverbs 6:35

He won't regard any ransom, neither will he rest content, though you give many gifts.

Jeremiah 39:10

But Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard left of the poor of the people, who had nothing, in the land of Judah, and gave them vineyards and fields at the same time.

Jeremiah 41:8

But ten men were found among those who said to Ishmael, Don't kill us; for we have stores hidden in the field, of wheat, and of barley, and of oil, and of honey. So he stopped, and didn't kill them among their brothers.

Zephaniah 3:12

But I will leave in the midst of you an afflicted and poor people, and they will take refuge in the name of Yahweh.

Matthew 16:26

For what will it profit a man, if he gains the whole world, and forfeits his life? Or what will a man give in exchange for his life?

1 Peter 1:18-19

knowing that you were redeemed, not with corruptible things, with silver or gold, from the useless way of life handed down from your fathers,

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

The ransom of a man's life are his riches: but the poor heareth not rebuke.

General references

Bible References

Ransom

Proverbs 6:35
He won't regard any ransom, neither will he rest content, though you give many gifts.
Exodus 21:30
If a ransom is laid on him, then he shall give for the redemption of his life whatever is laid on him.
Job 2:4
Satan answered Yahweh, and said, "Skin for skin. Yes, all that a man has he will give for his life.
Psalm 49:6
Those who trust in their wealth, and boast in the multitude of their riches --
Jeremiah 41:8
But ten men were found among those who said to Ishmael, Don't kill us; for we have stores hidden in the field, of wheat, and of barley, and of oil, and of honey. So he stopped, and didn't kill them among their brothers.
Matthew 16:26
For what will it profit a man, if he gains the whole world, and forfeits his life? Or what will a man give in exchange for his life?
1 Peter 1:18
knowing that you were redeemed, not with corruptible things, with silver or gold, from the useless way of life handed down from your fathers,

The poor

2 Kings 24:14
He carried away all Jerusalem, and all the princes, and all the mighty men of valor, even ten thousand captives, and all the craftsmen and the smiths; none remained, except the poorest sort of the people of the land.
2 Kings 25:12
But the captain of the guard left of the poorest of the land to work the vineyards and fields.
Jeremiah 39:10
But Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard left of the poor of the people, who had nothing, in the land of Judah, and gave them vineyards and fields at the same time.
Zephaniah 3:12
But I will leave in the midst of you an afflicted and poor people, and they will take refuge in the name of Yahweh.

General references

Luke 12:23
Life is more than food, and the body is more than clothing.
Philippians 3:7
However, what things were gain to me, these have I counted loss for Christ.