And if he be not redeemed in these years, then he shall go out in the year of jubile, both he, and his children with him.
And if he is not bought back during those years, then he and his children will go free in the Year of Jubilee.
This verse promises that even if no one can afford to buy back a Hebrew servant, God ensures their freedom will come during the special Year of Jubilee.
📚 Historical Context
In ancient Israel, Leviticus 25 was part of the Mosaic Law that established the Year of Jubilee every 50 years as a time for social and economic reset, including the release of Hebrew servants and the return of land to original owners. This verse specifically addresses a scenario where a Hebrew servant was not bought back by family or other means before the Jubilee, ensuring that both the servant and their children would be freed at that time to prevent perpetual bondage. These laws reflected God's design for justice and care for the vulnerable in a society prone to inequality.
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