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Exodus 23:3

King James Version (KJV)

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Neither shalt thou countenance a poor man in his cause.

Exodus 23:3 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Exodus 23:3

Theological / Devotional

Countenance a poor man. That is, to be partial to him. This seems surprising, considering the many precepts that favor the poor. However, it simply supports impartial justice, which must regard neither the rich nor the poor. To lean either way would be a perversion of justice (Lev. 19:15).

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