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Debt

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Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)

The Mosaic law encouraged the practice of lending (Deut. 15:7; Ps. 37:26; Matt. 5:42); but it forbade the exaction of interest except from foreigners. Usury was strongly condemned (Prov. 28:8; Ezek. 18:8, 13, 17; 22:12; Ps. 15:5). On the Sabbatical year all pecuniary obligations were cancelled (Deut. 15:1-11). These regulations prevented the accumulation of debt.

Scripture References

Deuteronomy 15:7 Psalms 37:26 Matthew 5:42 Proverbs 28:8 Ezekiel 18:8 Ezekiel 18:13 Ezekiel 18:17 Psalms 15:5 Deuteronomy 15:1-11

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