Proverbs 22:22-23

22 Don't take advantage of the poor just because you can; don't take advantage of those who stand helpless in court.
23 The Lord will argue their case for them and threaten the life of anyone who threatens theirs.

Proverbs 22:22-23 Meaning and Commentary

INTRODUCTION TO 1 KINGS 10

This chapter contains an account of the queen of Sheba's visit to King Solomon to her great satisfaction, 1Ki 10:1-13, of Solomon's merchandise and riches, and the magnificence of his court, 1Ki 10:14-23, of the rich presents sent to him, and of the purchase of chariots and horses, and other things, he made, 1Ki 10:24-29.

Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.