Proverbs 14:31
▸ Hear this chapter, lit word by wordHe that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor.
— Proverbs 14:31, King James Version
In other translations
World English Bible (WEB)
He who oppresses the poor shows contempt for his Maker, But he who is kind to the needy honors him.
American Standard Version (ASV)
He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker; But he that hath mercy on the needy honoreth him.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
An oppressor of the poor reproacheth his Maker, And whoso is honouring Him Is favouring the needy.