Exodus 22:26 akjv — If you at all take your neighbor’s raiment to pledge, you shall deliver it to him by that the sun goes down:

American King James Version

"If you at all take your neighbor’s raiment to pledge, you shall deliver it to him by that the sun goes down: "

— Exodus 22:26, American King James Version

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Exodus 22 — Context

23

If you afflict them in any wise, and they cry at all to me, I will surely hear their cry;

24

And my wrath shall wax hot, and I will kill you with the sword; and your wives shall be widows, and your children fatherless. ¶

25

If you lend money to any of my people that is poor by you, you shall not be to him as an usurer, neither shall you lay on him usury.

26

If you at all take your neighbor’s raiment to pledge, you shall deliver it to him by that the sun goes down:

27

For that is his covering only, it is his raiment for his skin: wherein shall he sleep? and it shall come to pass, when he cries to me, that I will hear; for I am gracious. ¶

28

You shall not revile the gods, nor curse the ruler of your people. ¶

29

You shall not delay to offer the first of your ripe fruits, and of your liquors: the firstborn of your sons shall you give to me.

Exodus 22:26 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 22:26 say?
Exodus 22:26 in the American King James Version reads: “If you at all take your neighbor’s raiment to pledge, you shall deliver it to him by that the sun goes down: ”
Where is Exodus 22:26 in the Bible?
Exodus 22:26 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 22, verse 26.
Who wrote Exodus?
Exodus is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Exodus about?
Exodus tells of Israel's deliverance from slavery in Egypt and the giving of the Law at Mount Sinai. Through the plagues, the Passover, the crossing of the Red Sea, and the covenant at Sinai, God reveals himself as Redeemer and comes to dwell among his people in the tabernacle.
What are the major themes of Exodus?
Exodus explores themes including Deliverance, Covenant, Law, God's Presence, Worship, Redemption. These themes shape the meaning and context of Exodus 22:26.
What translation should I read Exodus 22:26 in?
Exodus 22:26 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 Exodus 22:26?
Exodus 22:26 reads (AKJV): “If you at all take your neighbor’s raiment to pledge, you shall deliver it to him by that the sun goes down: ” 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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