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Instead, be sure to open your hand to him and lend him enough to lessen his need. Be careful not to think this wicked thought to yourselves: ‘The seventh year, the year of remission, is drawing near…’ and you show ill will[a] toward your poor relative[b] and not give to him. He may then call to the Lord on account of you, and you will be guilty of sin. 10 You must certainly give to him and not feel regret for doing so.[c] Because of this, the Lord your God will bless all your works and everything you do.

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Footnotes

  1. Deuteronomy 15:9 Lit. and your eyes are evil
  2. Deuteronomy 15:9 Lit. brother
  3. Deuteronomy 15:10 Lit. for giving to him