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Exodus 23:5

King James Version (KJV)

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If thou see the ass of him that hateth thee lying under his burden, and wouldest forbear to help him, thou shalt surely help with him.

Exodus 23:5 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Exodus 23:5

Theological / Devotional

Wouldest forbear to help. The overburdened ass of an enemy must not be left without offering to help the enemy get the animal back on its feet, so it may continue on its way. This joint merciful participation would bring the two men into friendly contact and thus invite a possible reconciliation.

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