Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

He that oppresseth the poor to increase his riches, and he that giveth to the rich, shall surely come to want.

That oppresseth

Bible References

That oppresseth

James 2:13
For the judgment shall be without mercy to him that showed no mercy. Mercy glorieth against judgment.
James 5:1
Come now, ye rich men, weep and wail for your miseries that are coming upon you.

He that giveth

Luke 6:33
For if ye do good to those who do good to you, what thanks do ye deserve? even sinners do the same.
Luke 14:12
And he said also to him who invited him, When thou makest a dinner or a supper, do not invite thy friends, nor thy brothers, nor thy kinsmen, nor rich neighbors; lest they too invite thee in return, and a recompense be made thee.
Luke 16:24
And he called and said, Father Abraham, have pity on me, and send Lazarus to dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame.