Deuteronomy 23:7
The Scripture
(7) Thou shalt not abhor an Edomite; for he is thy brother: thou shalt not abhor an Egyptian; because thou wast a stranger in his land.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
The chapter continues Moses' instructions for the Israelites, covering the care of livestock and the prohibition against eating the meat of a living animal. It also details the treatment of the blind and lame, emphasizing compassion and the importance of not oppressing the vulnerable. Overall, the passage stresses justice, mercy, and the proper handling of animals.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Genesis 25:24Genesis 25:25Genesis 25:26Genesis 25:30Numbers 20:14Obadiah 1:10Obadiah 1:11Obadiah 1:12Malachi 1:2Deuteronomy 10:19Genesis 45:17Genesis 45:18
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