Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 14:20 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Proverbs 14:20 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 14 verse 20 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The poor is hated even of his own neighbour: but the rich hath many friends. the rich: Heb. many are the lovers of the rich”
Proverbs 14:20 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 14:20
The poor is hated even of his own neighbour: but the rich hath many friends. This proverb observes harsh socioeconomic reality. Gam-lere'ehu yissane rash (גַּם־לְרֵעֵהוּ יִשָּׂנֵא רָשׁ, even by his neighbor the poor is hated). Even close neighbors distance from the poor. Ve'ohavey ashir rabbim (וְאֹהֲבֵי עָשִׁיר רַבִּים, but lovers of the rich are many). Wealth attracts numerous 'friends'—though their motives may be selfish. This isn't moral endorsement but sociological observation of fallen human nature that values people by wealth rather than character.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 14:20
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“but the poor is separated from his friend.”
“The rich man's wealth is his strong city: the destruction of the poor is their poverty.”
“and everyone is a friend to a man who gives gifts.”
“they stand aloof from me”
“and went home. There”
“and paid homage to Haman; for the king had so commanded concerning him. But Mordecai didn't bow down or pay him homage.”
“and are afraid.”