Proverbs 11:24-25
“There is one who scatters, and increases yet more. There is one who withholds more than is appropriate, but gains only poverty. The liberal soul shall be made rich. He who waters shall be watered himself.”
This passage is part of the book of Proverbs, a collection of ancient Israelite wisdom literature, often attributed to King Solomon, though compiled over centuries. It offers practical advice for living a good and successful life, addressing themes of justice, diligence, speech, and the consequences of one's actions, particularly within a community setting.
How might generosity, freely given, challenge our assumptions about scarcity or self-interest?