Proverbs 11:26

He that withholdeth corn, the people shall curse him: but blessing shall be upon the head of him that selleth it.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 11:26

BSB
The people will curse the hoarder of grain, but blessing will crown the one who sells it.
AKJV
He that withholds corn, the people shall curse him: but blessing shall be on the head of him that sells it.
CPDV
Whoever hides away grain shall be cursed among the people. But a blessing is upon the head of those who sell it.
ERV
He that withholdeth corn, the people shall curse him: but blessing shall be upon the head of him that selleth it.
NHEB
People curse someone who withholds grain, but blessing will be on the head of him who sells it.
SMT
He withholding grain, the people shall curse him: and blessing upon the head of him selling.

Commentary for Proverbs 11:26

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 11:26
Summary
Price gouging brings curses; fair dealing brings blessing.
Event
Contrasting merchant practices
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom