Proverbs 11:24
“There is one who scatters, and increases yet more. There is one who withholds more than is appropriate, but gains only poverty.”
This verse is part of the book of Proverbs, a collection of ancient Israelite wisdom literature. It offers observations and advice, often using contrasting statements to highlight the outcomes of different choices, here focusing on generosity versus stinginess.
What might genuinely motivate someone to 'withhold more than is appropriate' in hopes of gaining security, and how might that impact others?