Proverbs 22:9

He that hath a bountiful eye shall be blessed; for he giveth of his bread to the poor.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 22:9

BSB
A generous man will be blessed, for he shares his bread with the poor.
AKJV
He that has a bountiful eye shall be blessed; for he gives of his bread to the poor.
CPDV
Whoever is inclined to mercy shall be blessed, for from his bread he has given to the poor. Whoever gives gifts will acquire victory and honor. But he carries away the soul of the receiver.
ERV
He that hath a bountiful eye shall be blessed; for he giveth of his bread to the poor.
NHEB
He who has a generous eye will be blessed; for he shares his food with the poor.
SMT
The good eye it shall be blessed, for he gave from his bread to the poor.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 22:9

HethathathabountifulH2896eyeH5869NounshallbeblessedH1288VerbforhegivethH5414VerbofhisbreadH3899Noun MasculinetothepoorH1800Adjective

Commentary for Proverbs 22:9

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 22:9
Summary
Generous person receives blessing for helping needy
Event
Blessing the generous-hearted person
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom