KJV ORIGINAL
If he came in by himself, he shall go out by himself: if he were married, then his wife shall go out with him.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
If he came alone, he shall leave alone. If he was married when he came, then his wife shall leave with him.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is establishing that when a Hebrew servant's time of service ends, his family situation should be the same as when he started.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the laws governing Hebrew servants in ancient Israel. Unlike permanent slavery, Hebrew servitude was typically for six years and was often entered into voluntarily to pay off debts. These laws protected servants from family separation and ensured fair treatment during their period of service.
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