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Deuteronomy 24:15 Β· KJV

"At his day thou shalt give him his hire, neither shall the sun go down upon it; for he is poor, and setteth his heart upon it: lest he cry against thee unto the LORD, and it be sin unto thee."

King James Version

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Passage Context

13In any case thou shalt deliver him the pledge again when the sun goeth down, that he may sleep in his own raiment, and bless thee: and it shall be righteousness unto thee before the LORD thy God.
14Thou shalt not oppress an hired servant that is poor and needy, whether he be of thy brethren, or of thy strangers that are in thy land within thy gates:
15At his day thou shalt give him his hire, neither shall the sun go down upon it; for he is poor, and setteth his heart upon it: lest he cry against thee unto the LORD, and it be sin unto thee.
16The fathers shall not be put to death for the children, neither shall the children be put to death for the fathers: every man shall be put to death for his own sin.
17Thou shalt not pervert the judgment of the stranger, nor of the fatherless; nor take a widow's raiment to pledge:

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you view fairness in your workplace?

2

What does this verse teach you about compassion?

3

When have you experienced injustice in compensation?

Life Application

work

Advocate for fair treatment and compensation in your workplace. Be mindful of the needs of others who may be less fortunate.

faith

Reflect on how your actions towards others in your professional life align with your faith and values.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

This verse reflects the theme of caring for the poor, which is central to Jesus' teachings and actions during His ministry.

See also: Luke 6:38

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