Proverbs 28:22
The Scripture
(22) He that hasteth to be rich hath an evil eye, and considereth not that poverty shall come upon him.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In Proverbs 28 the text contrasts the wicked who are punished and the righteous who prosper, showing that God rewards those who follow his ways. It also warns that the poor who are unjust are judged harshly, while the poor who are righteous will be sustained. The chapter emphasizes that true wisdom includes both moral integrity and practical care for the needy.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 28:20I Timothy 6:9Proverbs 23:6Matthew 20:15Mark 7:22Genesis 13:10Genesis 13:11Genesis 13:12Genesis 13:13Genesis 19:17Job 20:18Job 20:19
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