Deuteronomy 15:12

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

If any of you buy Israelites as slaves, you must set them free after six years.

Cross References

Exodus 21:1

The LORD gave Moses the following laws for his people:

Jeremiah 34:14

As part of this agreement, you must let a Hebrew slave go free after six years of service. Your ancestors did not obey me,

Deuteronomy 15:1

Every seven years you must announce, “The LORD says loans do not need to be paid back.” Then if you have loaned money to another Israelite, you can no longer ask for payment.

Deuteronomy 15:13

And don't just tell them they are free to leave—