What does Exodus 22:23 mean?

Exodus 22:23 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Exodus 22:23 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

If thou afflict them in any wise, and they cry at all unto me, I will surely hear their cry;

21Thou shalt neither vex a stranger, nor oppress him: for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt.

22Ye shall not afflict any widow, or fatherless child.

23If thou afflict them in any wise, and they cry at all unto me, I will surely hear their cry;

24And my wrath shall wax hot, and I will kill you with the sword; and your wives shall be widows, and your children fatherless.

25If thou lend money to any of my people that is poor by thee, thou shalt not be to him as an usurer, neither shalt thou lay upon him usury.

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