Exodus 22:21
“Thou shalt neither vex a stranger, nor oppress him: for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt.”

What does Exodus 22:21 mean?
Exodus 22:21 from the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible states: "Thou shalt neither vex a stranger, nor oppress him: for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt." This verse, found in the book of Exodus, is part of a series of laws and regulations given by God to Moses for…
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The verse Exodus 22:21 from the King James Version states, "Thou shalt neither vex a stranger, nor oppress him: for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt." This directive, born from the heart of God, captures profound truths about our identity, our shared humanity, and the…
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O Heavenly Father, mighty and gracious God, As I bow my head before You, I come with a heart full of reverence and a spirit yearning for Your wisdom. Your Word tells us in Exodus 22:21, "Thou shalt neither vex a stranger, nor oppress him: for ye were strangers in the land of…
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