Proverbs 28:27
Those who give to the poor will lack nothing, but those who close their eyes to them receive many curses.
In context
24 Whoever robs their father or mother and says, “It’s not wrong,” is partner to one who destroys.
25 The greedy stir up conflict, but those who trust in the Lord will prosper. 26 Those who trust in themselves are fools, but those who walk in wisdom are kept safe. 27 Those who give to the poor will lack nothing, but those who close their eyes to them receive many curses. 28 When the wicked rise to power, people go into hiding; but when the wicked perish, the righteous thrive.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 28:27 in the KJV
He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack: But he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 28:27 in the ESV
Whoever gives to the poor will not want, but he who hides his eyes will get many a curse.