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Inclusion Beyond Status
Commentators highlight that a slave, once circumcised, was granted full religious equality with their master. Albert Barnes notes they became a 'true member of the family,' entitled to all spiritual privileges, demonstrating that inclusion in God's covenant community could transcend social status.
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Exodus
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18th Century
Theologian
Servant - The circumcision of the slave, thus enjoined formally on the first day that Israel became a nation, in accordance with the law gi…
19th Century
Bishop
Every man’s servant. —Slaves born in the house were required to be circumcised on the eighth day, like Israelites ([Reference Gene…
17th Century
Pastor
But every man's servant that is bought for money And so his own property:
when you have circumcised hi…
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17th Century
Minister
In times to come, all the congregation of Israel must keep the Passover. All who share in God's mercies should join in thankful praises for them. T…