Proverbs 22:16 - Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version He that oppresseth the poor, to increase his own riches, shall himself give to one that is richer, and shall be in need. More versionsKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 He that oppresseth the poor to increase his riches, And he that giveth to the rich, shall surely come to want. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition He who oppresses the poor to get gain for himself and he who gives to the rich–both will surely come to want. American Standard Version (1901) He that oppresseth the poor to increase his gain, And he that giveth to the rich, shall come only to want. Common English Bible Oppressing the poor to get rich and giving to the wealthy lead only to poverty. Catholic Public Domain Version 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. |