Proverbs 22:9

Proverbs 22:9 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

9The generous will themselves be blessed,

for they share their food with the poor.

9One who 22:9 Lit has a good eyeis generous will be blessed,

Because he gives some of his food to the poor.

9He who is generous will be blessed,

For he gives some of his food to the poor.

9He who is generous will be blessed,

For he gives some of his food to the poor. [2 Cor 9:6-10]

9A generous man22:9 Literally He whose eye is good will be blessed,

for he shares his bread with the poor.

9Those who give freely will be blessed.

That’s because they share their food with those who are poor.