KJV ORIGINAL
Thou shalt not rule over him with rigour; but shalt fear thy God.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
You must not treat him harshly or cruelly; instead, you should reverence your God.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is telling His people that they must treat others with dignity and kindness because they answer to Him.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from God's instructions about treating Hebrew servants with compassion during the year of Jubilee. In ancient Israel, people could become servants due to debt or poverty, but God established strict rules to prevent abuse and exploitation. These laws were revolutionary for their time, protecting the vulnerable and ensuring human dignity.
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