For that is his covering only, it is his raiment for his skin: wherein shall he sleep? and it shall come to pass, when he crieth unto me, that I will hear; for I am gracious.
That cloak is the only covering he has, it's the clothing that protects his body. What will he sleep in without it? When he cries out to me for help, I will listen to him, because I am compassionate.
God is saying He cares deeply about the poor and will listen when they cry out for help, especially when others have taken advantage of them.
📚 Historical Context
In the ancient Israelite society, as described in the Book of Exodus, God provided laws to guide the community and protect the vulnerable during their time in the wilderness after leaving Egypt. This verse addresses the specific issue of lending practices, where a poor person's cloak could be taken as collateral but must be returned by nightfall since it served as their only protection against the cold and a place to sleep. These regulations were part of the broader Mosaic Law that emphasized God's desire for justice and care for the needy among His people.
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