Jeremiah 34:15
"At the end of seven years, every man of you shall release his brother who is a Hebrew, who has been sold to you, and has served you six years. You shall let him go free from you. But your fathers didn’t listen to me, and didn’t incline their ear."
Key Reflection
Jeremiah 34:15 recounts a covenant made by the Israelites to release their fellow Hebrew brothers who had been sold as slaves after six years of service. This act was meant to symbolize genuine liberation and a return to justice, reflecting God’s command for fairness and mercy. However, the verse also highlights the failure of the people's ancestors to fulfill this agreement in practice, indicating a persistent disregard for God’s will despite outward promises.
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