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Proverbs 17:5

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Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his Maker; And he that is glad at calamity shall not be unpunished.

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Proverbs 17:5 in other translations

Whoever mocks the poor reproaches his Maker.
He who is glad at calamity shall not be unpunished.

Proverbs 17:5 · World English Bible

Proverbs 17:5 in context

  1. 3The refining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold; But Jehovah trieth the hearts.
  2. 4An evil-doer giveth heed to wicked lips; And a liar giveth ear to a mischievous tongue.
  3. 5Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his Maker; And he that is glad at calamity shall not be unpunished.
  4. 6Children’s children are the crown of old men; And the glory of children are their fathers.
  5. 7Excellent speech becometh not a fool; Much less do lying lips a prince.