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but every man`s servant who is bought for money, when you have circumcised him, then shall he eat of it.

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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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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Exodus 12:44

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…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Exodus 12:44

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…

John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 12:44

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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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Exodus 12:43–51

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…