Deuteronomy 25:4 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Thou shalt not muzzle the ox when he treadeth out the corn.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

You must not put a muzzle on an ox while it is treading out the grain.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is teaching that workers deserve to benefit from their labor - even animals should be allowed to eat while they work.

📚 Historical Context

In ancient Israelite society, oxen were essential for threshing grain, a process where the animal walked over the harvested grain to separate it from the husks. This law was part of the Mosaic Law given to Moses, emphasizing humane treatment of working animals as a reflection of God's order for daily life. It highlighted God's care for all creation, ensuring that animals could benefit from their labor in agricultural tasks.

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