Exodus 22:27
Exodus 22:27 in Multiple Translations
because his cloak is the only covering he has for his body. What else will he sleep in? And if he cries out to Me, I will hear, for I am compassionate.
For that is his covering only, it is his raiment for his skin: wherein shall he sleep? and it shall come to pass, when he crieth unto me, that I will hear; for I am gracious.
for that is his only covering, it is his garment for his skin: wherein shall he sleep? and it shall come to pass, when he crieth unto me, that I will hear; for I am gracious.
For it is the only thing he has for covering his skin; what is he to go to sleep in? and when his cry comes up to me, I will give ear, for my mercy is great.
because it's the only clothing he has for his body. What would he sleep in otherwise? If he calls out to me for help, I will listen, for I am considerate.
For that is his couering only, and this is his garment for his skin: wherin shall he sleepe? therefore when he crieth vnto mee, I will heare him: for I am mercifull.
for it alone is his covering, it [is] his garment for his skin; wherein doth he lie down? and it hath come to pass, when he doth cry unto Me, that I have heard, for I [am] gracious.
for that is his only covering, it is his garment for his skin. What would he sleep in? It will happen, when he cries to me, that I will hear, for I am gracious.
For that is his only covering, it is his raiment for his skin: wherein shall he sleep? and it shall come to pass, when he crieth to me, that I will hear; for I am gracious.
For that same is the only thing wherewith he is covered, the clothing of his body, neither hath he any other to sleep in: if he cry to me, I will hear him, because I am compassionate.
because he needs it to keep him warm during the night. ◄That is the only covering that poor people have when they sleep at night./What else will he cover himself with during the night?► [RHQ] If you do not act mercifully toward him by returning his cloak, when he cries out to me asking for my help, I will help him, because I always act mercifully.
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 22:27
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Exodus 22:27 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אֱלֹהִ֖ים
לֹ֣א
תְקַלֵּ֑ל
וְ/נָשִׂ֥יא
בְ/עַמְּ/ךָ֖
לֹ֥א
תָאֹֽר
אֱלֹהִ֖ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
תְקַלֵּ֑ל
qâlal
H7043
to lighten
V-Piel-Imperf-2ms
וְ/נָשִׂ֥יא
nâsîyʼ
H5387
leader
Conj | N-ms
בְ/עַמְּ/ךָ֖
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Prep | N-ms | Suff
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
תָאֹֽר
ʼârar
H779
to curse
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 22:27
אֱלֹהִ֖ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
תְקַלֵּ֑ל
qâlal
H7043
"to lighten"
V-Piel-Imperf-2ms
The Hebrew word qalal means to make something light or easy, but it can also mean to curse or bring into contempt. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament, including in the books of Exodus and Psalms.
Definition: 1) to be slight, be swift, be trifling, be of little account, be light 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be slight, be abated (of water) 1a2) to be swift 1a3) to be trifling, be of little account 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be swift, show oneself swift 1b2) to appear trifling, be too trifling, be insignificant 1b3) to be lightly esteemed 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to make despicable 1c2) to curse 1d) (Pual) to be cursed 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to make light, lighten 1e2) to treat with contempt, bring contempt or dishonour 1f) (Pilpel) 1f1) to shake 1f2) to whet 1g) (Hithpalpel) to shake oneself, be moved to and fro
Usage: Occurs in 79 OT verses. KJV: abate, make bright, bring into contempt, (ac-) curse, despise, (be) ease(-y, -ier), (be a, make, make somewhat, move, seem a, set) light(-en, -er, -ly, -ly afflict, -ly esteem, thing), [idiom] slight(-ly), be swift(-er), (be, be more, make, re-) vile, whet. See also: Genesis 8:8; 2 Kings 3:18; Psalms 37:22.
וְ/נָשִׂ֥יא
nâsîyʼ
H5387
"leader"
Conj | N-ms
This word refers to a leader or a high-ranking official, like a king or a captain. It can also describe a rising mist, as seen in Isaiah 60:13. In the Bible, it often symbolizes power and authority.
Definition: one lifted up, chief, prince, captain, leader
Usage: Occurs in 120 OT verses. KJV: captain, chief, cloud, governor, prince, ruler, vapour. See also: Genesis 17:20; Numbers 34:26; Psalms 135:7.
בְ/עַמְּ/ךָ֖
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
תָאֹֽר
ʼârar
H779
"to curse"
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
To curse someone or something, like God cursing the serpent in Genesis 3. It means to execrate or wish harm upon someone, often used in the context of punishment or judgment. This word appears in various biblical accounts.
Definition: 1) to curse 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to curse 1a2) cursed be he (participle used as in curses) 1b) (Niphal) to be cursed, cursed 1c)(Piel) to curse, lay under a curse, put a curse on 1d) (Hophal) to be made a curse, be cursed
Usage: Occurs in 52 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] bitterly curse. See also: Genesis 3:14; Deuteronomy 27:23; Psalms 119:21.
Study Notes — Exodus 22:27
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- Context
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- Exodus 22:27 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 22:27
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 22:27
- Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 22:27
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 22:27
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 22:27
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 22:27
- Sermons on Exodus 22:27
Context — Laws of Social Responsibility
25If you lend money to one of My people among you who is poor, you must not act as a creditor to him; you are not to charge him interest.
26If you take your neighbor’s cloak as collateral, return it to him by sunset,
27because his cloak is the only covering he has for his body. What else will he sleep in? And if he cries out to Me, I will hear, for I am compassionate.
28You must not blaspheme God or curse the ruler of your people. 29You must not hold back offerings from your granaries or vats. You are to give Me the firstborn of your sons.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 34:6 | Then the LORD passed in front of Moses and called out: “The LORD, the LORD God, is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and faithfulness, |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 30:9 | For if you return to the LORD, your brothers and sons will receive mercy in the presence of their captors and will return to this land. For the LORD your God is gracious and merciful; He will not turn His face away from you if you return to Him.” |
| 3 | Psalms 136:10–11 | He struck down the firstborn of Egypt His loving devotion endures forever. and brought Israel out from among them His loving devotion endures forever. |
| 4 | Psalms 86:15 | But You, O Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and faithfulness. |
| 5 | Psalms 34:6 | This poor man called out, and the LORD heard him; He saved him from all his troubles. |
| 6 | Exodus 22:23 | If you do mistreat them, and they cry out to Me in distress, I will surely hear their cry. |
| 7 | Psalms 72:12 | For he will deliver the needy who cry out and the afflicted who have no helper. |
| 8 | Exodus 2:23–24 | After a long time, the king of Egypt died. The Israelites groaned and cried out under their burden of slavery, and their cry for deliverance from bondage ascended to God. So God heard their groaning, and He remembered His covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. |
| 9 | Isaiah 19:20 | It will be a sign and a witness to the LORD of Hosts in the land of Egypt. When they cry out to the LORD because of their oppressors, He will send them a savior and defender to rescue them. |
Exodus 22:27 Summary
This verse means that God cares about the poor and wants us to treat them with kindness. He says that if we take someone's cloak, which is like their blanket, we need to give it back by sunset so they have something to sleep in. This shows that God is compassionate and hears the cry of those in need, just like it says in Psalms 34:6. We can learn from this to be kind and caring towards others, especially those who are struggling, and trust in God's promise to provide for us, as seen in Matthew 6:31-33.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the cloak in Exodus 22:27?
The cloak in Exodus 22:27 represents the basic necessity of clothing for the poor, and God's command to return it by sunset shows His concern for their well-being, as seen in Deuteronomy 24:13 and Deuteronomy 10:18.
Why does God say He will hear the cry of the poor in Exodus 22:27?
God hears the cry of the poor because He is compassionate, as stated in Exodus 22:27, and this is consistent with His character described in Psalms 140:12 and Proverbs 21:13.
How does this verse relate to the command to lend to the poor without interest in Exodus 22:25?
Exodus 22:27 provides a reason for the command in Exodus 22:25, emphasizing that the poor are vulnerable and need protection, which is also reflected in Leviticus 25:35-37.
What does this verse teach about God's attitude towards the poor?
This verse teaches that God is compassionate towards the poor and cares about their basic needs, which is a theme throughout the Bible, including in Isaiah 58:6-7 and Matthew 25:31-46.
Reflection Questions
- How can I show compassion to those in need, just as God does in Exodus 22:27?
- What are some ways I can practically care for the poor and vulnerable in my community, as reflected in James 1:27?
- How does remembering that God hears the cry of the poor encourage me to pray for those in need, as seen in Psalms 34:6?
- In what ways can I trust in God's compassion and provision, just as the poor are called to do in Exodus 22:27, and as promised in Philippians 4:19?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 22:27
For that is his covering only,.... All that he has to cover him, the only covering he has when he lies down to sleep; and therefore should be restored to him by the time of sunset, at which time he
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 22:27
If thou at all take thy neighbour's raiment to pledge, thou shalt deliver it unto him by that the sun goeth down: If thou at all ... From the nature of the case, this is the description of poor man.
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 22:27
Exodus 22:27 For that [is] his covering only, it [is] his raiment for his skin: wherein shall he sleep? and it shall come to pass, when he crieth unto me, that I will hear; for I [am] gracious. Ver. 27.
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 22:27
LAWS.(16-31) The remainder of the chapter contains laws which it is impossible to bring under any general head or heads, and which can, therefore, only be regarded as miscellaneous. Moses may have recorded them in the order in which they were delivered to him; or have committed them to writing as they afterwards occurred to his memory.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 22:27
27. wherein, &c.] i.e. wherein else can he sleep? gracious] see on Exodus 34:6; and cf. Exodus 33:19.
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 22:27
27. Wherein shall he sleep — The outer garment was used by the poorer classes of the East as their sole covering by night. Hence the kind consideration of the law.
Sermons on Exodus 22:27
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A Worm's Eye View of Missions by Warren Wiersbe | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the lessons Jonah learned about God in the first three chapters of the book of Jonah. In chapter one, Jonah learns about God's providence and |
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Intimacy With God by J. Oswald Sanders | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of spending time alone with God. He uses the example of Moses, who spent six days alone with God on the mountain and became ra |
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The Sacrifice That Is Pleasing to God by Duncan Campbell | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the concept of God's second chance. He highlights that after death, there is no second chance, but in life, God gives us the opportunity to c |
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Baptismal of Fire by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher describes a powerful testimony given by a woman named Lizzy Smith. Despite her small stature, Lizzy's testimony transformed the atmosphere of the meeti |
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Attributes of God (Series 1): The Mercy of God by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the compassion and mercy of God. He starts by highlighting how God's compassion is not just a feeling, but an active response to the needs o |
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Jehovah Raphi-the Lord That Heals by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that there is something of God that will not let go of us. He speaks of God's love, mercy, and compassion, and how He sends His servants to |
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(Hebrews - Part 26): Christ Offered Himself by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding and believing in the concept of redemption. He explains that all three persons of the Trinity - the Father, |