Thou shalt not have in thine house divers measures, a great and a small.
You must not keep different sets of measuring tools in your house, one set that's large and another that's small.
God is commanding His people to be completely honest in their business dealings and not cheat others with dishonest measurements.
📚 Historical Context
In ancient Israel, during the time of Moses, people relied on weights and measures for fair trade and commerce in their daily lives. This verse specifically addresses the temptation to keep dishonest tools, like a large measure for buying and a small one for selling, which could cheat others and undermine trust in the community. It is part of the broader Mosaic Law that emphasized God's standards of justice and integrity to guide the Israelites as a holy nation.
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