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poverty drives them all away.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/19.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Wealth brings many new friends, but a poor man is deserted by his friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/19.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Wealth attracts many friends, but a poor man is deserted by his friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/19.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Wealth maketh many friends; but the poor is separated from his neighbour.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/19.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Wealth makes many friends, But the poor is separated from his friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/19.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Wealth adds many friends, But a poor person is separated from his friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/19.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Wealth adds many friends, But a poor man is separated from his friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/19.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Wealth adds many friends, But a poor man is separated from his friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/19.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Wealth adds many friends, But a poor man is separated from his friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/19.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Wealth makes many friends, But a poor man is separated from his friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/19.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Wealth attracts many friends, but a poor person is separated from his friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/19.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Wealth attracts many friends, but a poor man is separated from his friend. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/19.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Wealth addeth many friends; But the poor is separated from his friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/19.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The rich have many friends; the poor have none. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/19.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Wealth addeth many friends: but the poor is separated from his friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/19.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Wealth adds many friends, but a poor person is separated from his friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/19.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Rich people are always finding new friends, but the poor cannot keep the few they have. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/19.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Wealth brings many friends, but a poor man is deserted by his friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/19.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Wealth attracts many friends, but a poor man is deserted by his friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/19.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Wealth adds many friends, but a poor person is separated from his friend. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/19.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Wealth adds many friends, but the poor is separated from his friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/19.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Wealth maketh many friends; but the poor is separated from his neighbor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/19.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Wealth adds many friends, but the poor is separated from his friend. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/19.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Wealth adds many friends, "" And the poor is separated from his neighbor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/19.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Wealth addeth many friends, And the poor from his neighbour is separated.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/19.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Wealth will add many friends; and the poor one will be separated from his neighbor.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/19.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Riches make many friends: but from the poor man, even they whom he had, depart. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/19.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Riches adds many friends. But from the pauper, even those whom he had become separated.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/19.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Wealth adds many friends, but the poor are left friendless. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/19.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Wealth brings many friends, but the poor are left friendless.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/19.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Wealth makes many friends; but a poor man is deserted by his friends.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/19.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Possessions add many friends and the poor is separated from his friends.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/19.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Wealth addeth many friends; But as for the poor, his friend separateth himself from him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/19.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Wealth acquires many friends; but the poor is deserted even of the friend he has.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/19-4.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=3717" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/19.htm">The Man of Integrity</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">3</span>A man’s own folly subverts his way, yet his heart rages against the LORD. <span class="reftext">4</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1952.htm" title="1952: hō·wn (N-ms) -- Wealth, sufficiency. From the same as huwn in the sense of 'own; wealth; by implication, enough.">Wealth</a> <a href="/hebrew/3254.htm" title="3254: yō·sîp̄ (V-Hifil-Imperf-3ms) -- To add. A primitive root; to add or augment.">attracts</a> <a href="/hebrew/7227.htm" title="7227: rab·bîm (Adj-mp) -- Much, many, great. By contracted from rabab; abundant.">many</a> <a href="/hebrew/7453.htm" title="7453: rê·‘îm (N-mp) -- Friend, companion, fellow. Or reya2; from ra'ah; an associate.">friends,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1800.htm" title="1800: wə·ḏāl (Conj-w:: Adj-msc) -- Dangling, weak, thin. From dalal; properly, dangling, i.e. weak or thin.">but a poor man</a> <a href="/hebrew/6504.htm" title="6504: yip·pā·rêḏ (V-Nifal-Imperf-3ms) -- To divide. A primitive root; to break through, i.e. Spread or separate.">is deserted</a> <a href="/hebrew/7453.htm" title="7453: mē·rē·ʿ·hū (Prep:: N-msc:: 3ms) -- Friend, companion, fellow. Or reya2; from ra'ah; an associate.">by his friend.</a> </span><span class="reftext">5</span>A false witness will not go unpunished, and one who utters lies will not escape.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/14-20.htm">Proverbs 14:20</a></span><br />The poor man is hated even by his neighbor, but many are those who love the rich.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/19-6.htm">Proverbs 19:6-7</a></span><br />Many seek the favor of the prince, and everyone is a friend of the gift giver. / All the brothers of a poor man hate him—how much more do his friends avoid him! He may pursue them with pleading, but they are nowhere to be found.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/2-1.htm">James 2:1-6</a></span><br />My brothers, as you hold out your faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ, do not show favoritism. / Suppose a man comes into your meeting wearing a gold ring and fine clothes, and a poor man in shabby clothes also comes in. / If you lavish attention on the man in fine clothes and say, “Here is a seat of honor,” but say to the poor man, “You must stand” or “Sit at my feet,” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/16-9.htm">Luke 16:9</a></span><br />I tell you, use worldly wealth to make friends for yourselves so that when it is gone, they will welcome you into eternal dwellings.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/9-16.htm">Ecclesiastes 9:16</a></span><br />And I said, “Wisdom is better than strength, but the wisdom of the poor man is despised, and his words are not heeded.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/49-16.htm">Psalm 49:16-17</a></span><br />Do not be afraid when a man grows rich, when the splendor of his house increases. / For when he dies, he will carry nothing away; his abundance will not follow him down.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/6-9.htm">1 Timothy 6:9-10</a></span><br />Those who want to be rich, however, fall into temptation and become ensnared by many foolish and harmful desires that plunge them into ruin and destruction. / For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. By craving it, some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/12-15.htm">Luke 12:15</a></span><br />And He said to them, “Watch out! Guard yourselves against every form of greed, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/18-23.htm">Proverbs 18:23</a></span><br />The poor man pleads for mercy, but the rich man answers harshly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/19-23.htm">Matthew 19:23-24</a></span><br />Then Jesus said to His disciples, “Truly I tell you, it is hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven. / Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/3-17.htm">1 John 3:17</a></span><br />If anyone with earthly possessions sees his brother in need, but withholds his compassion from him, how can the love of God abide in him?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/22-7.htm">Proverbs 22:7</a></span><br />The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is slave to the lender.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-24.htm">Luke 6:24</a></span><br />But woe to you who are rich, for you have already received your comfort.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/34-19.htm">Job 34:19</a></span><br />who is not partial to princes and does not favor rich over poor? For they are all the work of His hands.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/28-6.htm">Proverbs 28:6</a></span><br />Better a poor man who walks with integrity than a rich man whose ways are perverse.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Wealth makes many friends; but the poor is separated from his neighbor.</p><p class="hdg">maketh</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/19-6.htm">Proverbs 19:6,7</a></b></br> Many will intreat the favour of the prince: and every man <i>is</i> a friend to him that giveth gifts… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/14-20.htm">Proverbs 14:20</a></b></br> The poor is hated even of his own neighbour: but the rich <i>hath</i> many friends.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/luke/15-13.htm">Luke 15:13-15</a></b></br> And not many days after the younger son gathered all together, and took his journey into a far country, and there wasted his substance with riotous living… </p><p class="hdg">the poor</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/10-15.htm">Proverbs 10:15</a></b></br> The rich man's wealth <i>is</i> his strong city: the destruction of the poor <i>is</i> their poverty.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/6-15.htm">Job 6:15-23</a></b></br> My brethren have dealt deceitfully as a brook, <i>and</i> as the stream of brooks they pass away; … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/19-13.htm">Job 19:13-17</a></b></br> He hath put my brethren far from me, and mine acquaintance are verily estranged from me… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/16-23.htm">Addeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-23.htm">Adds</a> <a href="/psalms/69-25.htm">Deserted</a> <a href="/psalms/94-2.htm">Deserts</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-24.htm">Friend</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-24.htm">Friends</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-22.htm">Great</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-2.htm">Makes</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-2.htm">Maketh</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-17.htm">Neighbor</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-17.htm">Neighbour</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-24.htm">New</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-20.htm">Parted</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-1.htm">Poor</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-1.htm">Separated</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-18.htm">Separateth</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-1.htm">Wealth</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/ecclesiastes/1-18.htm">Addeth</a> <a href="/romans/9-1.htm">Adds</a> <a href="/isaiah/3-26.htm">Deserted</a> <a href="/isaiah/48-21.htm">Deserts</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-6.htm">Friend</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-7.htm">Friends</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-6.htm">Great</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-11.htm">Makes</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-11.htm">Maketh</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-10.htm">Neighbor</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-10.htm">Neighbour</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-13.htm">New</a> <a href="/isaiah/24-19.htm">Parted</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-7.htm">Poor</a> <a href="/isaiah/7-17.htm">Separated</a> <a href="/ezekiel/14-7.htm">Separateth</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-14.htm">Wealth</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 19</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/19-1.htm">Life and Conduct</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/19.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/proverbs/19.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Wealth attracts many friends</b><br>In ancient Israel, wealth was often seen as a sign of God's blessing and favor. The accumulation of wealth could lead to increased social status and influence, drawing many people who sought to benefit from the wealthy individual's resources. This concept is echoed in other parts of Scripture, such as <a href="/proverbs/14-20.htm">Proverbs 14:20</a>, which notes the social dynamics surrounding wealth and poverty. The cultural context of the time placed a high value on hospitality and generosity, which were easier to practice with abundant resources. Wealth could also be seen as a means of securing alliances and friendships, as seen in the relationships between kings and nations in the Old Testament.<p><b>but a poor man is deserted by his friend</b><br>Poverty in biblical times often led to social isolation and vulnerability. Without resources, a person could not reciprocate favors or provide for others, leading to abandonment by those who were once considered friends. This reflects the harsh realities of a society where survival often depended on mutual support and exchange. The plight of the poor is a recurring theme in Scripture, with God frequently commanding His people to care for the needy and marginalized (<a href="/deuteronomy/15-7.htm">Deuteronomy 15:7-11</a>). The contrast between the wealthy and the poor in this proverb highlights the transient nature of human relationships based on material gain. It also foreshadows the teachings of Jesus, who emphasized the value of spiritual wealth over material possessions and called His followers to love and serve the poor (<a href="/matthew/6-19.htm">Matthew 6:19-21</a>, <a href="/luke/6-20.htm">Luke 6:20-21</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally regarded as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His insights into human nature and relationships are reflected in this verse.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/a/ancient_israel.htm">Ancient Israel</a></b><br>The cultural and historical context of Proverbs is ancient Israel, where social and economic dynamics were influenced by wealth and poverty.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/f/friends_and_companions.htm">Friends and Companions</a></b><br>The verse contrasts the social experiences of wealthy and poor individuals, highlighting the fickle nature of human relationships based on material wealth.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_nature_of_worldly_friendships.htm">The Nature of Worldly Friendships</a></b><br>Worldly friendships can be superficial and often depend on material wealth. True friendship should be based on mutual respect and love, not on what one can gain from the other.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_illusion_of_security_in_wealth.htm">The Illusion of Security in Wealth</a></b><br>Wealth may provide temporary social advantages, but it does not guarantee genuine relationships or eternal security. Believers are encouraged to seek treasures in heaven rather than relying on earthly riches.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/compassion_for_the_poor.htm">Compassion for the Poor</a></b><br>Christians are called to show compassion and support for those in need, reflecting God's love and justice. This includes building relationships with people regardless of their economic status.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/evaluating_our_own_relationships.htm">Evaluating Our Own Relationships</a></b><br>Reflect on the motivations behind our friendships. Are they based on love and mutual edification, or are they influenced by what we can gain materially or socially?<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_view_of_wealth_and_poverty.htm">God's View of Wealth and Poverty</a></b><br>God values the heart and character of a person over their material wealth. Believers should strive to align their values with God's perspective, prioritizing spiritual richness over material wealth.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_19.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 19</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_life_advice_does_proverbs_give.htm">What wisdom and guidance does Proverbs offer for life?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_proverbs_say_on_laziness.htm">What does Proverbs say about lazy people?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_bible's_view_on_poverty.htm">What is the Bible's view on poverty?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_2_cor._8_13-14_conflict_with_wealth_texts.htm">In 2 Corinthians 8:13-14, does Paul's call for economic 'fairness' conflict with other biblical texts that accept wealth disparities or personal ownership?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/19.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(4) <span class= "bld">The poor is separated from his neighbour.--</span>Or, <span class= "ital">but the feeble, his friend separates himself </span>(<span class= "ital">from him</span>)<span class= "ital">. </span>It was just in order to counteract these selfish instincts of mankind that the merciful provisions of such passages as <a href="/deuteronomy/15-7.htm" title="If there be among you a poor man of one of your brothers within any of your gates in your land which the LORD your God gives you, you shall not harden your heart, nor shut your hand from your poor brother:">Deuteronomy 15:7</a>. <span class= "ital">sqq., </span>and <a href="/luke/14-13.htm" title="But when you make a feast, call the poor, the maimed, the lame, the blind:">Luke 14:13</a>, were laid upon God's people.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/19.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 4.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Wealth maketh many friends</span> (vers. 6, 7; <a href="/proverbs/14-20.htm">Proverbs 14:20</a>). A Greek gnome expresses the same truth - <p><span class="greek">Ἐὰν δ ἔχωμεν χρήμαθ ἕξομεν φίλους</span>. <span class="cmt_word">The poor is separated from his neighbour.</span> But it is better to make the act of separation emanate from the friend (as the Hebrew allows), and to render, with the Revised Version, <span class="accented">The friend of the poor separateth himself from him.</span> The word for "poor" is here <span class="accented">dal</span>, which means "feeble," "languid;" so ver. 17; and the came word (<span class="accented">rea</span>), "friend" or "neighbor," is used in both clauses. The idea of man's selfishness is carried on in vers. 6 and 7. The Law of Moses had tried to counteract it (<a href="/deuteronomy/15-7.htm">Deuteronomy 15:7</a>, etc.), but it was Christianity that introduced the practical realization of the law of love, and the honouring of the poor as members of Christ. Septuagint, "But the poor is deserted even by his whilom friend." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/19-4.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Wealth</span><br /><span class="heb">ה֗וֹן</span> <span class="translit">(hō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1952.htm">Strong's 1952: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wealth, sufficiency</span><br /><br /><span class="word">attracts</span><br /><span class="heb">יֹ֭סִיף</span> <span class="translit">(yō·sîp̄)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3254.htm">Strong's 3254: </a> </span><span class="str2">To add, augment</span><br /><br /><span class="word">many</span><br /><span class="heb">רַבִּ֑ים</span> <span class="translit">(rab·bîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7227.htm">Strong's 7227: </a> </span><span class="str2">Much, many, great</span><br /><br /><span class="word">friends,</span><br /><span class="heb">רֵעִ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(rê·‘îm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7453.htm">Strong's 7453: </a> </span><span class="str2">Friend, companion, fellow</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but a poor man</span><br /><span class="heb">וְ֝דָ֗ל</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḏāl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1800.htm">Strong's 1800: </a> </span><span class="str2">Dangling, weak, thin</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is deserted</span><br /><span class="heb">יִפָּרֵֽד׃</span> <span class="translit">(yip·pā·rêḏ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6504.htm">Strong's 6504: </a> </span><span class="str2">To break through, spread, separate</span><br /><br /><span class="word">by his friend.</span><br /><span class="heb">מֵרֵ֥עהוּ‪‬</span> <span class="translit">(mê·rê·‘·hū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7453.htm">Strong's 7453: </a> </span><span class="str2">Friend, companion, fellow</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/19-4.htm">Proverbs 19:4 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/19-4.htm">Proverbs 19:4 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/19-4.htm">Proverbs 19:4 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/19-4.htm">Proverbs 19:4 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/19-4.htm">Proverbs 19:4 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/19-4.htm">Proverbs 19:4 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/19-4.htm">Proverbs 19:4 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/19-4.htm">Proverbs 19:4 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/19-4.htm">Proverbs 19:4 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/19-4.htm">Proverbs 19:4 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/19-4.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 19:4 Wealth adds many friends but the poor (Prov. 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