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37 You shall not lend him your money at interest, nor lend him your food for profit. 38 I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, to give you the land of Canaan and to be your God.

The Law About Slavery

39 If your brother who dwells near you becomes poor and sells himself to you, you shall not compel him to serve as a bondservant.

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37 You must not lend them money at interest(A) or sell them food at a profit. 38 I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of Egypt to give you the land of Canaan(B) and to be your God.(C)

39 “‘If any of your fellow Israelites become poor and sell themselves to you, do not make them work as slaves.(D)

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