Proverbs 28:27

Proverbs 28:27 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

27Those who give to the poor will lack nothing,

but those who close their eyes to them receive many curses.

27One who gives to the poor will never lack anything,

But one who 28:27 Lit hidesshuts his eyes will have many curses.

27He who gives to the poor will never want,

But he who shuts his eyes will have many curses.

27He who gives to the poor will never want,

But he who shuts his eyes [from their need] will have many curses. [Deut 15:7; Prov 19:17; 22:9]

27Whoever gives to the poor will not be in need,

but he who hides his eyes will receive many curses.

27Those who give to poor people will have all they need.

But those who close their eyes to the poor will receive many curses.