Bible Verses About "What Does the Bible Say About Poverty and the Poor"
The Bible commands compassion for the poor, calls injustice against them sin, and promises God's special concern for the vulnerable.
The Bible commands compassion for the poor, calls injustice against them sin, and promises God's special concern for the vulnerable.
"He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again." — Proverbs 19:17 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Does the Bible Say About Poverty and the Poor?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again."
"Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him?"
"Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me."
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