“We advise the poor … to persevere in their terrible situations rather than to accept the misfortunes that come from the payment of interest. But if you [who are rich] obey the Lord, what need is there of these words? What is the counsel of the Master? "Lend to those from whom you do not hope to receive in return." "An…”
Basil of Caesarea, 4th c. — HOMILIES ON THE PSALMS 12:5 (PS 15)
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5He that putteth not out his money to usury, nor taketh reward against the innocent. He that doeth these things shall never be moved.
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3He that backbiteth not with his tongue, nor doeth evil to his neighbour, nor taketh up a reproach against his neighbour.
4In whose eyes a vile person is contemned; but he honoureth them that fear the LORD. He that sweareth to his own hurt, and changeth not.