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
He that giveth
Bible References
That oppresseth
James 2:13
For he shall have judgment without mercy who shows not mercy; mercy rejoices over judgment.
James 5:1
Come now, rich men, weep and lament for the miseries which are coming upon you.
He that giveth
Luke 6:33
And if you do good to those who do good to you, what thanks have you? for sinners do the same.
Luke 14:12
And he said also to him that had invited him, When you make a breakfast, or a supper, call not your friends, nor your brothers, nor your relatives, nor your rich neighbors, lest they also at some time invite you in return, and a compensation be made to you.
Luke 16:24
And he called and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus to dip the tip of his finger in water and cool my tongue; for I am in pain in this flame.