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He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack; But he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

Hideth his eyes - that is, Turns away from, disregards, the poor. Compare (Isaiah 1:15).

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack. See above on Proverbs 11:24.

Shall have many a curse.

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

He that gives to the poor shall not lack That gives alms to them, relieves them in their distress, supplies them with mon…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

A selfish man not only will not seek out those who need compassion, but will turn away from those who call for his attention.

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