Proverbs 22:22

“Rob not the poor, because he is poor: neither oppress the afflicted in the gate:”

"Rob not the poor, because he is poor: neither oppress the afflicted in the gate:" - Proverbs 22:22
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What does Proverbs 22:22 mean?

Proverbs 22:22 (KJV) states, "Rob not the poor, because he is poor: neither oppress the afflicted in the gate." This verse from the book of Proverbs urges us to treat the less fortunate with compassion and fairness, rather than exploiting their vulnerability for our own gain…

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A Just Heart: Embracing the Call to Justice for the Poor

Proverbs 22:22 states, "Rob not the poor, because he is poor: neither oppress the afflicted in the gate." This timeless wisdom from the Book of Proverbs carries a powerful call to social justice, a virtue that resonates deeply with the heart of God. It is a reminder of our moral…

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A Prayer for Justice and Compassion for the Poor

Heavenly Father, As I kneel before You today, I am filled with gratitude for Your unending mercy and love. I praise You for being a God of justice, who cares deeply for the oppressed and the marginalized. Your Word says in Proverbs 22:22, "Rob not the poor, because he is poor…

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Proverbs 15:22 - "Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established."
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Proverbs 22:23 - "For the LORD will plead their cause, and spoil the soul of those that spoiled them."
Proverbs 24:22 - "For their calamity shall rise suddenly; and who knoweth the ruin of them both?"
Proverbs 22:25 - "Lest thou learn his ways, and get a snare to thy soul."
Proverbs 19:22 - "The desire of a man is his kindness: and a poor man is better than a liar."
Proverbs 22:13 - "The slothful man saith, There is a lion without, I shall be slain in the streets."
Proverbs 22:24 - "Make no friendship with an angry man; and with a furious man thou shalt not go:"
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Proverbs 3:22 - "So shall they be life unto thy soul, and grace to thy neck."
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