Scripture Spot Logo

He that oppresseth the poor to increase his [gain], [And] he that giveth to the rich, [shall come] only to want.

Commentaries

...

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

Rather, he who oppresses the poor for his own profit gives (that is, will, in the common course of things, be compelled to give) to a rich man, and…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

He that oppresseth the poor ... —Rather, he that does so is (thereby) giving to the rich, only to (

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

He that oppresses the poor to increase his [riches] By taking away from them the little they have; by keeping back their …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

We are merely stewards, and must distribute what God entrusts to our care, according to his will.

Sermons

Loading sermons...

Catechisms

Loading catechisms...

Confessions

Loading confessions...

Devotionals

Loading devotionals...