Proverbs 22:22 bbe — Do not take away the property of the poor man because he is poor, or be cruel to the crushed ones when they come before…

Bible in Basic English

"Do not take away the property of the poor man because he is poor, or be cruel to the crushed ones when they come before the judge:"

— Proverbs 22:22, Bible in Basic English

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Proverbs 22 — Context

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So that your faith may be in the Lord, I have made them clear to you this day, even to you.

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Have I not put in writing for you thirty sayings, with wise suggestions and knowledge,

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To make you see how certain are true words, so that you may give a true answer to those who put questions to you?

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Do not take away the property of the poor man because he is poor, or be cruel to the crushed ones when they come before the judge:

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For the Lord will give support to their cause, and take the life of those who take their goods.

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Do not be friends with a man who is given to wrath; do not go in the company of an angry man:

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For fear of learning his ways and making a net ready for your soul.

Proverbs 22:22 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 22:22 say?
Proverbs 22:22 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Do not take away the property of the poor man because he is poor, or be cruel to the crushed ones when they come before the judge:”
Where is Proverbs 22:22 in the Bible?
Proverbs 22:22 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 22, verse 22.
Who wrote Proverbs?
Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.
What is the book of Proverbs about?
Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.
What are the major themes of Proverbs?
Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 22:22.
What translation should I read Proverbs 22:22 in?
Proverbs 22:22 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Proverbs 22:22?
Proverbs 22:22 reads (BBE): “Do not take away the property of the poor man because he is poor, or be cruel to the crushed ones when they come before the judge:” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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