Proverbs 22:16
▸ Hear this chapter, lit word by wordHe that oppresseth the poor to increase his riches, and he that giveth to the rich, shall surely come to want.
— Proverbs 22:16, King James Version
In other translations
World English Bible (WEB)
Whoever oppresses the poor for his own increase and whoever gives to the rich, Both come to poverty.
American Standard Version (ASV)
He that oppresseth the poor to increase his gain, Andhe that giveth to the rich, shall come only to want.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
He is oppressing the poor to multiply to him, He is giving to the rich--only to want.