Parallel Bible results for "Proverbs 22:1-2, 8-9, 22-23 "

Proverbs 22:1-2

Common English Bible CEB

1 A good reputation is better than much wealth; high esteem is better than silver and gold.

2 The rich and the poor have this in common: the LORD made them both.

New Revised Standard NRS

1 A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold.

2 The rich and the poor have this in common: the Lord is the maker of them all.

Proverbs 22:8-9

Common English Bible CEB

8 Those who sow injustice will harvest evil; the rod of their fury will come to an end.

9 Happy are generous people, because they give some of their food to the poor.

New Revised Standard NRS

8 Whoever sows injustice will reap calamity, and the rod of anger will fail.

9 Those who are generous are blessed, for they share their bread with the poor.

Proverbs 22:22-23

Common English Bible CEB

22 Don't steal from the poor, because they are poor. Don't oppress the needy in the gate.

23 The LORD will take up their case and press the life out of those who oppress them.

New Revised Standard NRS

22 Do not rob the poor because they are poor, or crush the afflicted at the gate;

23 for the Lord pleads their cause and despoils of life those who despoil them.