5. Mut. ter. 40, 45 31. 'He that oppresseth the poor, reproacheth his maker: but he that honoureth him, hath mercy on the poor. God is the poor man's patron, and regards with indignation, every unkindness shewn them as an affront done to himself, who made them what they are. Whoever therefore means to honour God, must shew it in mercy to the poor; and the kindness done to them shall be rewarded by him, who is the friend of their friends, and the enemy of their enemies. 32. The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous hath hope in his death.