Exodus 23:9 web — "You shall not oppress an alien, for you know the heart of an alien, since you were aliens in the land of Egypt.

World English Bible

""You shall not oppress an alien, for you know the heart of an alien, since you were aliens in the land of Egypt."

— Exodus 23:9, World English Bible

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Exodus 23:9 in Other Translations

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Exodus 23 — Context

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"You shall not deny justice to your poor people in their lawsuits.

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"Keep far from a false charge, and don't kill the innocent and righteous: for I will not justify the wicked.

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"You shall take no bribe, for a bribe blinds those who have sight and perverts the words of the righteous.

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"You shall not oppress an alien, for you know the heart of an alien, since you were aliens in the land of Egypt.

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"For six years you shall sow your land, and shall gather in its increase,

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but the seventh year you shall let it rest and lie fallow, that the poor of your people may eat; and what they leave the animal of the field shall eat. In the same way, you shall deal with your vineyard and with your olive grove.

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"Six days you shall do your work, and on the seventh day you shall rest, that your ox and your donkey may have rest, and the son of your handmaid, and the alien may be refreshed.

Exodus 23:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 23:9 say?
Exodus 23:9 in the World English Bible reads: “"You shall not oppress an alien, for you know the heart of an alien, since you were aliens in the land of Egypt.”
Where is Exodus 23:9 in the Bible?
Exodus 23:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 23, verse 9.
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 23:9.
What translation should I read Exodus 23:9 in?
Exodus 23:9 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 23:9?
Exodus 23:9 reads (WEB): “"You shall not oppress an alien, for you know the heart of an alien, since you were aliens in the land of Egypt.” 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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