Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Proverbs 11:24 in English Standard Version "One gives freely, yet grows all the richer; another withholds what he should give, and only suffers want." Ps 37:21 The wicked borrows but does not pay back, but the righteous is generous and gives; Ps 112:9 He has distributed freely; he has given to the poor; his righteousness endures forever; his horn is exalted in honor. Pr 13:7 One pretends to be rich, yet has nothing; another pretends to be poor, yet has great wealth. Pr 19:17 Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will repay him for his deed.