Proverbs 22:16

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

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Other Translations for Proverbs 22:16

BSB

Oppressing the poor to enrich oneself or giving gifts to the rich will surely lead to poverty.

AKJV

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

CPDV

Whoever slanders the poor, so as to augment his own riches, will give it away to one who is richer, and will be in need.

ERV

He that oppresseth the poor to increase his gain, and he that giveth to the rich, cometh only to want.

NHEB

Whoever oppresses the poor for his own increase and whoever gives to the rich, both come to poverty.

SMT

He oppressing the poor one to increase for himself, he gave to the rich; also to want.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 22:16

HethatoppressethH6231VerbthepoorH1800AdjectivetoincreaseH7235VerbhisrichesandhethatgivethH5414VerbtotherichH6223shallsurelycometowantH4270Noun Masculine

Commentary for Proverbs 22:16

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Proverbs 22:16

Summary

Exploiter and yes-man both face poverty and loss

Event

Warning against exploitation and flattery

Estimated Time Period

c. 950 BC