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Proverbs 19:17

Whoever is merciful to the poor lends to the Lord. And he will repay him for his efforts
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King James Version

He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again.

English Standard Version

Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the LORD, and he will repay him for his deed.

New International Version

He who is kind to the poor lends to the LORD, and he will reward him for what he has done.