Lev 25:38 | TNotes | STEP | 25:38 The mention of the land of Egypt reminded the Israelites that they had been slaves at one time. They were to help the poor among them because of God’s covenant relationship with them (cp. Exod 20:2 and Deut 5:6 , where God’s covenant with them is initiated).

bExod 20:2►

cDeut 5:6►

‏ Leviticus 25:38

25:38 ^a The mention of the land of Egypt reminded the Israelites that they had been slaves at one time. They were to help the poor among them because of God’s covenant relationship with them (cp. Exod 20:2 ^b and Deut 5:6 ^c, where God’s covenant with them is initiated).