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Proverbs 22:2

Proverbs 22:2
The rich and poor meet together: the LORD is the maker of them all.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

The rich and poor meet together,.... In an hostile way, as some; they rush upon one another; the rich despise the poor,…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Compare the margin reference. Another recognition of the oneness of a common humanity, overriding all distinctions of…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Note, 1. Among the children of men divine Providence has so ordered it that some are rich and others poor, and these are…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

Comp. Pro 29:13. The true remedy for social inequalities is not to abolish them, but to recognise Who it is that has…