Leviticus 25:43

Thou shalt not rule over him with rigour; but shalt fear thy God.

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Other Translations for Leviticus 25:43

BSB
You are not to rule over them harshly, but you shall fear your God.
AKJV
You shall not rule over him with rigor; but shall fear your God.
CPDV
Do not afflict him by power, but be fearful of your God.
ERV
Thou shalt not rule over him with rigour; but shalt fear thy God.
NHEB
You shall not rule over him with harshness, but shall fear your God.
SMT
Thou shalt not rule over him with crushing, and thou shalt be afraid of thy God.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Leviticus 25:43

ThoushaltnotruleH7287VerboverhimwithrigourH6531Noun MasculinebutshaltfearH3372VerbthyGodH430Noun Masculine

Commentary for Leviticus 25:43

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Leviticus 25:43
Summary
Rule servants kindly, reverence God
Event
Command for merciful treatment
Estimated Time Period
c. 1450 BC
Category
Law