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Proverbs 22:16

Whoever slanders the poor, so as to augment his own riches, will give it away to one who is richer, and will be in need
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King James Version

He that oppresseth the poor to increase his riches, and he that giveth to the rich, shall surely come to want.

English Standard Version

Whoever oppresses the poor to increase his own wealth, or gives to the rich, will only come to poverty.

New International Version

He who oppresses the poor to increase his wealth and he who gives gifts to the rich-both come to poverty.