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For Travelers, Not Just Workers
While some ancient Jewish interpretations limited this rule to hired laborers, Christian commentators argue it applies more broadly. They see it as a compassionate provision for any traveler who is hungry, allowing them to eat their fill for immediate sustenance, as exemplified by Jesus's disciples in the New Testament.
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Deuteronomy
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Charles Ellicott
On Deuteronomy 23:24
19th Century
Bishop
When you come into your neighbour’s vineyard. —Rashi tries to limit both this and the following precept to the labourer e…
John Calvin
On Deuteronomy 23:24
16th Century
Theologian
Since God here grants a generous allowance to the poor, some restrict it to the workers in the harvest and grape harvest,142 as if He pe…
John Gill
On Deuteronomy 23:24
17th Century
Pastor
When you come into your neighbour's vineyard
To take a walk in it for recreation, and to see how the vines flourish,…
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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…