Deuteronomy 21:17 · KJV

"But he shall acknowledge the son of the hated for the firstborn, by giving him a double portion of all that he hath: for he is the beginning of his strength; the right of the firstborn is his."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹⁵If a man have two wives, one beloved, and another hated, and they have born him children, both the beloved and the hated; and if the firstborn son be hers that was hated:

¹⁶Then it shall be, when he maketh his sons to inherit that which he hath, that he may not make the son of the beloved firstborn before the son of the hated, which is indeed the firstborn:

¹⁷But he shall acknowledge the son of the hated for the firstborn, by giving him a double portion of all that he hath: for he is the beginning of his strength; the right of the firstborn is his.

¹⁸If a man have a stubborn and rebellious son, which will not obey the voice of his father, or the voice of his mother, and that, when they have chastened him, will not hearken unto them:

¹⁹Then shall his father and his mother lay hold on him, and bring him out unto the elders of his city, and unto the gate of his place;

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Reflection Questions

How do you view the concept of inheritance in your life?

What does acknowledging family relationships mean for you?

When have you had to make a difficult decision regarding family?

Life Application

family

Consider how you can honor family members in your decisions. Reflect on the importance of acknowledging and valuing each person's role in your family.

relationships

Think about how you can support those who may feel marginalized or overlooked in your life.

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