Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 14:21 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Proverbs 14:21 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 14 verse 21 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“He that despiseth his neighbour sinneth: but he that hath mercy on the poor , happy is he.”
Proverbs 14:21 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 14:21
He that despises his neighbor sins, but he that has mercy on the poor, happy is he. Contempt toward neighbors violates love commandment; mercy toward poor brings blessedness. The verse establishes both negative prohibition (don't despise) and positive command (show mercy). Despising neighbors is 'sin' (chata - missing the mark, transgression); mercy brings happiness (ashrey - blessed). Reformed theology sees here both moral obligation and eudaemonic promise - righteousness produces flourishing.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 14:21
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“He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again.”
“He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse.”
“but a man of understanding holds his peace.”
“Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his Maker: and he that is glad at calamities shall not be unpunished.”
“and sees his brother in need”
“contempt also comes”
“but he who is kind to the needy honors him.”
“he has given to the poor. His righteousness endures forever. His horn will be exalted with honor.”
“and that you bring the poor who are cast out to your house? when you see the naked”
“my beloved brothers. Didn't God choose those who are poor in this world to be rich in faith”