Deuteronomy 15:11

11 There will always be some Israelites who are poor and in need, and so I command you to be generous to them. 1

Deuteronomy 15:11 In-Context

9 Do not refuse to lend them something, just because the year when debts are canceled is near. Do not let such an evil thought enter your mind. If you refuse to make the loan, they will cry out to the Lord against you, and you will be held guilty.
10 Give to them freely and unselfishly, and the Lord will bless you in everything you do.
11 There will always be some Israelites who are poor and in need, and so I command you to be generous to them.
12 "If any Israelites, male or female, sell themselves to you as slaves, you are to release them after they have served you for six years. When the seventh year comes, you must let them go free.
13 When you set them free, do not send them away empty-handed.

Cross References 1

  • 1. 15.11Matthew 26.11;Mark 14.7;John 12.8.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.