Exodus 23:3
“Neither shalt thou countenance a poor man in his cause.”

What does Exodus 23:3 mean?
Exodus 23:3 in the King James Version (KJV) reads, "Neither shalt thou countenance a poor man in his cause." This verse is a part of the laws and commandments given by God to the Israelites through Moses, as they journeyed through the wilderness after their liberation from…
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In Exodus 23:3, we find the profound admonition: "Neither shalt thou countenance a poor man in his cause." This verse speaks volumes about the nature of justice, integrity, and our moral obligations to one another, especially to those who are vulnerable. In the ancient world, as…
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O Sovereign Lord, the Creator of heaven and earth, we come before You today with humble hearts, seeking Your wisdom and guidance as we meditate upon the words of Exodus 23:3, which instructs us, "Neither shalt thou countenance a poor man in his cause." Gracious God, we recognize…
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