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The one who despises his neighbor sins, but whoever shows kindness to the poor will be happy.
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American Standard Version
He that despiseth his neighbor sinneth; But he that hath pity on the poor, happy is he.
English Standard Version
Whoever despises his neighbor is a sinner, but blessed is he who is generous to the poor.
King James Version
He that despiseth his neighbour sinneth: but he that hath mercy on the poor, happy is he.
New American Standard Bible
One who despises his neighbor sins, But one who is gracious to the poor is blessed.
New International Version
It is a sin to despise one’s neighbor, but blessed is the one who is kind to the needy.
New King James Version
He who despises his neighbor sins; But he who has mercy on the poor, happy is he.
New Living Translation
It is a sin to belittle one’s neighbor; blessed are those who help the poor.
World English Bible
He who despises his neighbor sins, but he who has pity on the poor is blessed.