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