Proverbs 19:17

He who is kind to the poor lends to the LORD, and he will reward him for what he has done.
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King James Version

He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again.

English Standard Version

Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the LORD, and he will repay him for his deed.

Catholic Public Domain Version

Whoever is merciful to the poor lends to the Lord. And he will repay him for his efforts