Proverbs 18:23
“The poor useth intreaties; but the rich answereth roughly.”

What does Proverbs 18:23 mean?
Proverbs 18:23 in the King James Version of the Bible reads: "The poor useth intreaties; but the rich answereth roughly." This verse addresses the different ways that the poor and the rich interact with others, and the implications of their behavior. The theme of this verse…
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Proverbs 18:23 (KJV) states, "The poor useth intreaties; but the rich answereth roughly." This verse serves as a profound reflection on the nature of our responses and the power dynamics that exist between differing socio-economic statuses. At first glance, the contrast…
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Heavenly Father, As I come before You today, I want to pause in reverence, filled with gratitude for the blessings You have bestowed upon me. Your Word in Proverbs 18:23 speaks deeply to my heart: "The poor useth intreaties; but the rich answereth roughly." Lord, through this…
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