Bible Quote by Margaret Feinberg
““Slowly, God is opening my eyes to needs all around me. In Scripture, God revisits this issue of caring for the poor- an echo that repeats itself from Genesis to Revelation. The Bible acknowledges that the poor will always be part of society, but God takes on their cause. The Mosaic law of the Old Testament is filled with regulations to prevent and eliminate poverty. The poor were given the right to glean- to take produce from the unharvested edges of the fields, a portion of the tithes, and a daily wage. The law prevented permanent slavery by releasing Jewish bondsmen and women on the sabbatical and Jubilee year and forbade charging interest on loans. In one of his most tender acts, God made sure that the poor- the aliens, widows, and orphans- were all invited to the feasts.””
About This Quote
Source Book: "God Is Not a Christian" by Margaret Feinberg, 2015
God cares for the poor and provides laws to protect them throughout Scripture.
In simple terms: God protects the poor via biblical laws.
Key Takeaway
Support and advocate for the vulnerable.
Themes
compassion
justice
stewardship
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
reflective
Type
theological
motivational
educational
When to use this quote
- church outreach
- policy making
- charitable work
- education
- advocacy
Key Concepts
social ethics
biblical law
community care
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we apply ancient principles today?
- What responsibilities do we have toward the marginalized?
A Different Perspective
Modern societies may lack clear mechanisms for these ancient protections.
