Pro 17:5 | MHM | STEP | Respect for the Poor and Compassion for Others This verse teaches us two important lessons. First, it warns against making fun of or taking advantage of people who are poor. Doing so is an insult to God, who created everyone and cares for the poor. Second, it is wrong to be happy when others suffer or face trouble. Those who do this will face consequences themselves. v. 5 : Whoever mocks the poor reproaches his Maker , and anyone who is glad when others have trouble will not go without punishment . When people look down on the poor or treat them badly, they are also disrespecting God, who made them and watches over them (Proverbs 14:31; Matthew 25:40-41 ). If someone enjoys hearing about the problems or disasters of others, it shows a lack of kindness, and God will make sure they do not escape punishment for this attitude (Ezekiel 25:6-7 ).

‏ Proverbs 17:5

Respect for the Poor and Compassion for Others

This verse teaches us two important lessons. First, it warns against making fun of or taking advantage of people who are poor. Doing so is an insult to God, who created everyone and cares for the poor. Second, it is wrong to be happy when others suffer or face trouble. Those who do this will face consequences themselves.

v. 5: Whoever mocks the poor reproaches his Maker, and anyone who is glad when others have trouble will not go without punishment . When people look down on the poor or treat them badly, they are also disrespecting God, who made them and watches over them (Proverbs 14:31; Matthew 25:40-41 ^a). If someone enjoys hearing about the problems or disasters of others, it shows a lack of kindness, and God will make sure they do not escape punishment for this attitude (Ezekiel 25:6-7 ^b).