Thematic Bible: Rule not, with rigor


Thematic Bible



You shall not rule over him with harshness (severity, oppression), but you are to fear your God [with profound reverence]. Verse ConceptsAbuse Of Authority, Warnings AgainstSlavery, In OtEmployersMasters Duties Towards ServantsFear God!

‘And if your fellow countryman becomes so poor [in his dealings] with you that he sells himself to you [as payment for a debt], you shall not let him do the work of a slave [who is ineligible for redemption], Verse ConceptsSlavery, In OtPoor People