Exodus 23:6-8 You shall not wrest the judgment of your poor in his cause.… A speculator heard that an amalgamation between two joint-stock companies was projected, which would afford an opportunity to make a large sum of money by prompt purchases of shares. He was acquainted with an official holding a subordinate and poorly paid position in one of the companies, and went to him to obtain reliable information. But the official was a Christian and a man of honour, and knowing the information would operate to the disadvantage of his employers, refused to say whether the amalgamation was contemplated or not. "I can make £60,000 by my speculation if you will tell me," said the tempter, "and I will give you half." "I cannot betray my trust," was the reply. "You need not speak," said the speculator; "just wink your eye and I shall know, and you shall have £30,000." The temptation was fierce, but the Christian conquered it. A few days afterwards, when the amalgamation was completed, the speculator reproached his acquaintance for not giving the information, but he was told that an approving conscience was above price. It is satisfactory to learn that the faithful official prospered in his subsequent career, and is now receiving a salary of £5,000 a year. Parallel Verses KJV: Thou shalt not wrest the judgment of thy poor in his cause.WEB: "You shall not deny justice to your poor people in their lawsuits. |
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