Proverbs 22:9
“"He who is kind-hearted will be blessed," etc. This is similar to that of the same judge, who discerning the merciful from the impious, says: "Come, blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world; for I was hungry and you gave me food," and so forth (Matt. XXV, 34, 35). But…”
Source: Septuagint
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.
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7The rich will rule over the poor, And servants will lend to their own masters.
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.
— Proverbs 22:9 —
10Cast out a pestilent person from the council, and strife shall go out with him; For when he sits in the council he dishonors all.
11The Lord loves holy hearts, And all blameless persons are acceptable with him: A king rules with his lips.