Bible Dictionary
Poor
The Bible repeatedly commands care for the poor through gleaning, generous lending, fair wages, debt release, justice, and practical compassion. Jesus and the apostles continued this concern, teaching believers to help those in need.
Biblical Usage
The law provided gleanings, sabbatical produce, debt release, freedom for bond-servants, portions of tithes, participation in feasts, prompt wages, protection from oppressive pledges, and justice. Jesus and the apostles continued this concern, commending care for the poor and warning against partiality.
Scripture References
Leviticus 19:9
Leviticus 19:10
Deuteronomy 24:19
Deuteronomy 24:21
Exodus 23:11
Leviticus 25:6
Leviticus 25:25-30
Exodus 22:25-27
Deuteronomy 24:10-13
Deuteronomy 15:7-11
Deuteronomy 15:12-15
Leviticus 25:39-42
Leviticus 25:47-54
Deuteronomy 14:28
Deuteronomy 14:29
Deuteronomy 16:11
Deuteronomy 16:14
Nehemiah 8:10
Leviticus 19:13
Luke 3:11
Luke 14:13
Acts 6:1
Galatians 2:10
James 2:15
James 2:16
Luke 16:20
Luke 16:21
1 Thessalonians 4:11
2 Thessalonians 3:7-13
Ephesians 4:28
Matthew 5:3
Luke 6:20
2 Corinthians 8:9
Revelation 3:17
Leviticus 24:19
Leviticus 24:21
Leviticus 25:3
Leviticus 25:5
Leviticus 25:37
Leviticus 15:12-15