Exodus 22:22
"“You shall not wrong an alien or oppress him, for you were aliens in the land of Egypt."
Key Reflection
This verse emphasizes empathy and justice toward the vulnerable, reminding the Israelites to treat strangers with kindness because they too once knew oppression as aliens in Egypt. It underscores the importance of remembering their own history of suffering to ensure fairness and compassion for others.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes