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Proverbs 28:8

Christian Standard Bible

8 Whoever increases his wealth through excessive interest collects it for one who is kind to the poor.

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American Standard Version

He that augmenteth his substance by interest and increase, Gathereth it for him that hath pity on the poor.

English Standard Version

Whoever multiplies his wealth by interest and profit gathers it for him who is generous to the poor.

King James Version

He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor.

New American Standard Bible

One who increases his wealth by interest of any kind, Collects it for one who is gracious to the poor.

New International Version

Whoever increases wealth by taking interest or profit from the poor amasses it for another, who will be kind to the poor.

New King James Version

One who increases his possessions by usury and extortion Gathers it for him who will pity the poor.

New Living Translation

Income from charging high interest rates will end up in the pocket of someone who is kind to the poor.

World English Bible

He who increases his wealth by excessive interest gathers it for one who has pity on the poor.