Holy Scripture

Proverbs 3:27

A church father on this verse
“"Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due," etc. Because above he diligently urged the observance of the law of the Lord and his counsel, and promised eternal rest to those who observe it, now he repeatedly explains in various ways what should be observed. First, returning to what he had previously mentioned,…”
Bede, 8th c. — Commentary on Proverbs

Source: Septuagint

Original

27Forbear not to do good to the poor, Whensoever thy hand may have power to help him.

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25And thou shalt not be afraid of alarm coming upon thee, Neither of approaching attacks of ungodly men.

26For the Lord shall be over all thy ways, And shall establish thy foot that thou be not moved.

— Proverbs 3:27 —

28Say not, Come back another time, tomorrow I will give; While thou art able to do him good: For thou knowest not what the next day will bring forth.

29Devise not evil against thy friend, Living near thee and trusting in thee.

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