Exodus 21:9 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And if he have betrothed her unto his son, he shall deal with her after the manner of daughters.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And if he has promised her in marriage to his son, he must treat her with the same rights and care as he would his own daughters.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse requires that a female servant who is promised to marry her master's son must be treated with the dignity and protection of a family daughter.

📚 Historical Context

In the ancient Israelite society, as described in the Book of Exodus, God provided laws through Moses to regulate slavery and ensure humane treatment, contrasting with the harsh practices of neighboring cultures. This specific verse addresses a situation where a master has betrothed his female slave to his son, stipulating that she must be treated with the same rights and respect as a daughter to protect her status. These laws overall reflected God's emphasis on justice and care for the vulnerable in a patriarchal world.

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