Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Fortell folket at det er disse lovene de skal følge: Hvis du kjøper en hebraisk slave, skal han tjene i seks år, men det sjuende året skal han få lov til å forlate deg. Da skal slaven være fri, uten å betale noe. Hvis han er alene når du kjøper ham, skal han få gå alene. Hvis han hadde en kone, skal kona bli fri sammen med ham. Hvis hans herre har gitt ham en kone, og hun har født sønner eller døtre, da skal kona og barna tilhøre hans herre. Da er det bare mannen som blir fri. Men hvis slaven uttrykkelig sier: ‘Jeg elsker min herre, min kone og mine barn. Jeg vil ikke gå og være fri’, da skal hans herre føre ham fram for Gud. Han skal føre ham til døren eller til dørkarmen, og hans herre skal stikke en syl gjennom øret hans. Da skal slaven tjene sin herre for alltid.
What Does This Mean?
This verse tells us that God is about to give some important rules to Moses. Moses will then teach these rules to the Israelites. The key message is that these rules are from God and are meant to guide the people's actions.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're getting a new set of rules for a game. Your friend is telling you these rules, but they came from the game's inventor. This verse is like that—God is telling Moses some new rules to share with everyone.
Historical Background
The Book of Exodus was written by Moses around 1440 BC. This verse introduces the legal codes given to the Israelites after their exodus from Egypt. The context is one of a new covenant between God and His people, setting the stage for a structured society.
Living It Out Today
In a modern scenario, this verse can be applied to how businesses set policies for their employees. Just as God gave Moses clear rules, a business might set clear expectations for its staff to ensure fair treatment and ethical conduct.
In this context, 'judgments' refers to the legal rulings and regulations God gave to Moses to guide the Israelites. These cover various aspects of life, ensuring fairness and order in the community.
Why is Moses given these judgments?
Moses is given these judgments because he is the mediator between God and the Israelites. He is tasked with conveying God's laws to the people to help them live in accordance with God's will.
What kind of rules are introduced after this verse?
After this verse, detailed rules about slavery, personal injuries, property damage, and more are introduced. These rules aim to create a just and orderly society.
How can I apply Exodus 21:1 in my daily life?
You can apply this verse by setting clear expectations and rules in your personal and professional life, ensuring fairness and order, much like God did for the Israelites.