Proverbs 29:7 reads; ‘The righteous care about justice for the poor, but the wicked have no such concern.’ Throughout scripture there is a biblical imperative to not just have concern for the poor, but to do something to alleviate suffering. It’s worth noting who is concerned about justice for the poor, the righteous. The biblical command to be socially aware, to have a concern for justice and equality is based upon God’s concern.