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A Haven for New Believers
Commentators widely agree this law is not about any runaway slave, but specifically one fleeing a foreign, pagan master to seek refuge in Israel. Scholars like Gill and Barnes highlight Jewish interpretations that see this as a protection for those escaping to convert to the worship of God, ensuring they would not be forced back into an oppressive, idolatrous environment.
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Deuteronomy
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Albert Barnes
On Deuteronomy 23:15–16
18th Century
Theologian
The case in question is that of a slave who fled from a pagan master to the holy land. It is of course assumed that the refugee was not fleeing fro…
Charles Ellicott
On Deuteronomy 23:15–16
19th Century
Bishop
Deuteronomy 23:15–16 — REFUGEES.
Thou shalt not deliver ... the servant. —Even on Isra…
John Calvin
On Deuteronomy 23:15
16th Century
Theologian
Although this Law tends toward humanity and kindness, it still does not appear to be entirely just. Since many masters oppressed their slaves with …
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John Gill
On Deuteronomy 23:15
17th Century
Pastor
You shall not deliver to his master the servant which is
escaped from his master to you.
Matthew Henry
On Deuteronomy 23:15–25
17th Century
Minister
It is honorable to shelter and protect the weak, provided they are not wicked. Proselytes and converts to the truth should be treated with particul…