If there be yet many years behind, according unto them he shall give again the price of his redemption out of the money that he was bought for.
If there are still many years left until the Year of Jubilee, he must pay back a larger portion of the original price that was paid for him.
This verse explains that when someone buys back their freedom from slavery, they pay according to how much time is left until the Jubilee year - more time remaining means a higher price.
📚 Historical Context
In ancient Israel, God established the Year of Jubilee every 50 years as a time for debt forgiveness, freeing slaves, and restoring land to its original owners, which was part of the Mosaic Law given to prevent perpetual poverty and inequality. This verse specifically deals with the redemption of a Hebrew slave, where the price of freedom was calculated based on the number of years remaining until the next Jubilee, ensuring that no one remained in bondage indefinitely. This system reflected God's concern for social justice and the protection of the vulnerable within the Israelite community.
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