Proverbs 22:22
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Rob not the poor, because he is poor: neither oppress the afflicted in the gate:
- King James Bible "Authorized Version", Cambridge Edition
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Other Translations of Proverbs 22:22
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan
Do not rob the poor because he is poor, Or crush the afflicted at the gate;
- New American Standard Version (1995)
Rob not the poor, because he is poor; Neither oppress the afflicted in the gate:
- American Standard Version (1901)
Do not take away the property of the poor man because he is poor, or be cruel to the crushed ones when they come before the judge:
- Basic English Bible
Rob not the poor, because he is poor, neither oppress the afflicted in the gate;
- Darby Bible
Rob not the poor, because he is poor: neither oppress the afflicted in the gate:
- Webster's Bible
Don't exploit the poor, because he is poor; and don't crush the needy in court;
- World English Bible
Rob not the poor because he [is] poor, And bruise not the afflicted in the gate.
- Youngs Literal Bible
Rob not the weak, because he is weak, neither crush the poor in the gate;
- Jewish Publication Society Bible
View Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 22:22
22:22 In the gate - Under pretence of justice.
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