Proverbs 21:13

Whoever shuts his ears to the cry of the poor Will also cry himself and not be heard.

Surrounding context

21:12 The righteous God wisely considers the house of the wicked, Overthrowing the wicked for their wickedness.

21:13 Whoever shuts his ears to the cry of the poor Will also cry himself and not be heard.

21:14 A gift in secret pacifies anger, And a bribe behind the back, strong wrath.

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