Thou shalt not give him thy money upon usury, nor lend him thy victuals for increase.
You must not charge him interest on money you lend him, and you must not lend him food expecting to get back more than you gave.
God is telling His people not to charge interest or profit from someone in need when lending them money or food.
📚 Historical Context
In the Old Testament, Leviticus 25 is part of the laws given to Moses for the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land, focusing on the Year of Jubilee every 50 years, which included debt forgiveness, land restoration, and protections for the poor. This verse specifically addresses economic practices in an agrarian society where charging interest on loans to fellow Israelites could lead to exploitation and indebtedness. It reflects God's covenantal instructions to promote justice and prevent the wealthy from oppressing the vulnerable in ancient Israel.
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