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Proverbs 28:3

A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.
Proverbs 28:3 · King James Version

In other versions

  • A needy man that oppresseth the poor Is `like' a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.

    ASV

  • A man of wealth who is cruel to the poor is like a violent rain causing destruction of food.

    BBE

  • A poor man who oppresseth the helpless is a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.

    DBY

  • A needy man who oppresses the poor Is like a driving rain which leaves no crops.

    WEB

  • A man -- poor and oppressing the weak, `Is' a sweeping rain, and there is no bread.

    YLT

  • A poor man that oppresses the poor is like a sweeping rain which left no food.

    ENG

  • A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.

    WBT

  • A destitute leader who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no food.

    BSB

In context

1The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.

2For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.

3A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.

4They that forsake the law praise the wicked: but such as keep the law contend with them.

5Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all things.

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