Exodus 21:5
"If his master gives him a wife and she bears him sons or daughters, the wife and her children shall be her master’s, and he shall go out by himself."
Key Reflection
This verse underscores the complex social dynamics of ancient slavery, where even a slave's family could be reclaimed by their master upon manumission. It highlights the harsh realities faced by slaves, as their freedom was not absolute; their families remained tied to their master’s property and authority.
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