Leviticus 19:13-18
“'Do not pervert justice; do not show partiality to the poor or favoritism to the great, but judge your neighbor fairly. 不可歪曲正义；不可偏袒穷人，也不可奉承权贵，要公正地审判你的邻舍。
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Leviticus 19:13-18
outlines laws for ethical, compassionate, and just relationships within a community, emphasizing fair treatment of workers, care for the vulnerable, honesty in judgment, and the prohibition of vengeance. Key commands include paying wages promptly, protecting the disabled, avoiding slander, and loving one's neighbor as oneself. Key Commands in Leviticus 19:13-18:
- Economic Fairness (v. 13): Do not steal, defraud, or withhold wages from a hired worker overnight.
- Compassion for Vulnerable (v. 14): Do not curse the deaf or place a stumbling block before the blind; show fear/reverence for God.
- Just Judgment (v. 15): Do not pervert justice by favoring the poor or fearing the powerful; judge with righteousness.
- Community Integrity (v. 16): Do not spread slanderous gossip or stand idly by when a neighbor’s life is threatened.
- Interpersonal Relationships (v. 17-18): Do not harbor hatred, but confront a neighbor directly to avoid sinning against them.
- Reconciliation (v. 18): Do not take revenge or bear a grudge; instead, love your neighbor as yourself.
These verses conclude with the phrase "I am the Lord," emphasizing that these laws are rooted in the holiness and authority of God.
