Proverbs 29:7

The righteous considereth the cause of the poor: but the wicked regardeth not to know it.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 29:7

BSB
The righteous consider the cause of the poor, but the wicked have no regard for such concerns.
AKJV
The righteous considers the cause of the poor: but the wicked regards not to know it.
CPDV
The just knows the case of the poor. The impious is ignorant of knowledge.
ERV
The righteous taketh knowledge of the cause of the poor: the wicked hath not understanding to know it.
NHEB
The righteous is concerned about justice for the poor. The wicked does not understand the concern.
SMT
The just one knew the judgment of the poor: the unjust one will not understand knowledge.

Commentary for Proverbs 29:7

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 29:7
Summary
Righteous care for vulnerable; wicked show indifference
Event
Righteous versus wicked regarding poor
Estimated Time Period
c. 950-700 BC
Category
Wisdom