Deuteronomy 15:16 web — It shall be, if he tells you, "I will not go out from you;" because he loves you and your house, because he is well wit…

World English Bible

"It shall be, if he tells you, "I will not go out from you;" because he loves you and your house, because he is well with you;"

— Deuteronomy 15:16, World English Bible

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Deuteronomy 15 — Context

13

When you let him go free from you, you shall not let him go empty:

14

you shall furnish him liberally out of your flock, and out of your threshing floor, and out of your winepress; as Yahweh your God has blessed you, you shall give to him.

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You shall remember that you were a bondservant in the land of Egypt, and Yahweh your God redeemed you: therefore I command you this thing today.

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It shall be, if he tells you, "I will not go out from you;" because he loves you and your house, because he is well with you;

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then you shall take an awl, and thrust it through his ear to the door, and he shall be your servant forever. Also to your female servant you shall do likewise.

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It shall not seem hard to you, when you let him go free from you; for to the double of the hire of a hireling has he served you six years: and Yahweh your God will bless you in all that you do.

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All the firstborn males that are born of your herd and of your flock you shall sanctify to Yahweh your God: you shall do no work with the firstborn of your herd, nor shear the firstborn of your flock.

Deuteronomy 15:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 15:16 say?
Deuteronomy 15:16 in the World English Bible reads: “It shall be, if he tells you, "I will not go out from you;" because he loves you and your house, because he is well with you;”
Where is Deuteronomy 15:16 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 15:16 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 15, verse 16.
Who wrote Deuteronomy?
Deuteronomy is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Largely framed as Moses' farewell speeches; the closing chapter narrating his death was likely added by Joshua or a later editor. It was written c. 1406 BC.
What is the book of Deuteronomy about?
Deuteronomy is Moses' final sermons to Israel before they enter the Promised Land — a renewed call to love and obey the LORD. It re-states the Law, rehearses Israel's history, and lays before the people blessing for obedience and curse for rebellion.
What are the major themes of Deuteronomy?
Deuteronomy explores themes including Covenant, Love, Obedience, Remembrance, Blessing & Curse. These themes shape the meaning and context of Deuteronomy 15:16.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 15:16 in?
Deuteronomy 15:16 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Deuteronomy 15:16?
Deuteronomy 15:16 reads (WEB): “It shall be, if he tells you, "I will not go out from you;" because he loves you and your house, because he is well with you;” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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