Leviticus 25:42
“For they are my servants, which I brought forth out of the land of Egypt: they shall not be sold as bondmen.”
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Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
For they are my servants, which I brought forth out of the land of Egypt,.... The Lord redeemed them out of Egypt, made…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
For they are my servants - As God redeemed every Israelite out of Egyptian bondage, they were therefore to consider…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Leviticus 25:39-55
We have here the laws concerning servitude, designed to preserve the honour of the Jewish nation as a free people, and…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921Leviticus 25:39-46
Prohibition of permanent servitude of one Israelite to another(H and P mixed, the former probably preponderating)
This…