Proverbs 22:7
“The rich rule over the poor. The borrower is servant to the lender.”
The book of Proverbs is a collection of ancient wisdom sayings, attributed largely to King Solomon, intended to teach wisdom, discipline, and understanding. This particular proverb observes a common social reality regarding economic power dynamics.
What does this proverb invite us to consider about economic relationships and power, both personally and in wider society?