Deuteronomy 25:7
The Scripture
(7) And if the man like not to take his brother's wife, then let his brother's wife go up to the gate unto the elders, and say, My husband's brother refuseth to raise up unto his brother a name in Israel, he will not perform the duty of my husband's brother.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the law continues with instructions on how to treat the poor, the sick, and the stranger, emphasizing justice and compassion. It also includes a rule that a man must not oppress his neighbor, and if he does, he must pay a fine. The chapter stresses the importance of caring for the vulnerable and upholding fairness.
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Related verses (shared words)
Deuteronomy 25:5Deuteronomy 25:9Nehemiah 12:39Ezekiel 46:9Leviticus 18:16Leviticus 20:21