Holy Scripture
Proverbs 22:7
A church father on this verse
“"A rich man rules over the poor," etc. It is clear according to the letter; but also the rich in virtues in the judgment of the secret inspector rule over those who lack the riches of virtues, indeed they are future judges of them. And whoever receives the word of salutary teaching from a teacher, is a servant of the…”
Source: Septuagint
Original
7The rich will rule over the poor, And servants will lend to their own masters.
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5Thistles and snares are in perverse ways; But he that keeps his soul will refrain from them.
— Proverbs 22:7 —
8He that sows wickedness shall reap troubles; And shall fully receive the punishment of his deeds. a God loves a cheerful and liberal man; But a man shall fully prove the folly of his works.
9He that has pity on the poor shall himself be maintained; For he has given of his own bread to the poor. a He that gives liberally secures victory and honor; But he takes away the life of them that possess them.