35-38. if thy brother be waxen poor, . . . relieve him —This was a most benevolent provision for the poor and unfortunate, designed to aid them or alleviate the evils of their condition. Whether a native Israelite or a mere sojourner, his richer neighbor was required to give him food, lodging, and a supply of money without usury. Usury was severely condemned ( Psalms 15:5 ; Ezekiel 18:8 ; Ezekiel 18:17 ), but the prohibition cannot be considered as applicable to the modern practice of men in business, borrowing and lending at legal rates of interest. return to ' Top of Page ' <a name="verse-39" class="com-number"
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