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