34 But (A)the field of the common-land of their cities may not be (B)sold, for it is their perpetual possession.

Lending to the Poor

35 ‘If one of your brethren becomes poor, and [a]falls into poverty among you, then you shall (C)help him, like a stranger or a sojourner, that he may live with you. 36 (D)Take no usury or interest from him; but (E)fear your God, that your brother may live with you.

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Footnotes

  1. Leviticus 25:35 Lit. his hand fails

34 But the pastureland belonging to their towns must not be sold; it is their permanent possession.(A)

35 “‘If any of your fellow Israelites become poor(B) and are unable to support themselves among you, help them(C) as you would a foreigner and stranger, so they can continue to live among you. 36 Do not take interest(D) or any profit from them, but fear your God,(E) so that they may continue to live among you.

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