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If the lender insists on being paid, he can count himself lucky to get back half. If he doesn't insist, the borrower has robbed him and made an unnecessary enemy. All the lender will get from him are curses, insults, and disrespect, but never any gratitude.
7
Many people refuse to lend at all, not because they are stingy, but because they don't want to be cheated if they can avoid it.
8
Nevertheless, be understanding with those who are poor. Don't keep them waiting for your generosity.
9
The Lord has commanded us to help the poor; don't refuse them the help they need.
10
It is better to lose your money by helping a relative or a friend than to lose it by letting it rust away under a rock somewhere.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.