Deuteronomy 24:15

Amharic Bible (መጽሐፍ ቅዱስ (የብሉይና የሐዲስ ኪዳን መጻሕፍት))

ድሀ ነውና፥ ነፍሱም ጠንክራ ትፈልገዋለችና ወደ እግዚአብሔር እንዳይጮኽብህ ኃጢአትም እንዳይሆንብህ ደመወዙን ፀሐይ ሳይገባ በቀኑ ስጠው።

What Does This Mean?

This verse is from Moses to the Israelites, telling them to pay their workers promptly on the day they work. Delaying payment can cause hardship for the workers, who depend on their earnings for daily needs. It warns against causing distress that could lead to divine judgment.

Explained for Children

Imagine you help your friend with chores and they promise to give you a candy. This verse is like saying, 'Give them their candy right away! Don't wait too long or they might get really upset and start crying to God about it.'

Historical Background

Moses delivered this message around 1400 BC to the Israelites as part of his farewell speeches. They were about to enter the Promised Land and needed reminders on how to treat each other fairly. This verse reflects the agricultural and labor practices of the time.

Living It Out Today

In a modern context, this could apply to paying employees their wages on time. For example, a small business owner should ensure their workers are paid their agreed-upon salary on payday to avoid financial stress and legal or moral consequences.

Topics

• justice
• fairness
• poverty
• labor
• obligation
• morality

Related Verses

• Leviticus 19:13
• Proverbs 3:27-28
• James 5:4
• Matthew 20:1-15
• 1 Timothy 5:18

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the timely payment of wages important in this verse?

Timely payment is important because it prevents hardship for the workers who depend on their earnings for daily needs, reflecting a moral and just obligation.

How does this verse relate to modern employment practices?

It emphasizes the importance of paying employees on time, reflecting ethical and legal standards that prevent financial stress and ensure fair treatment.

What are the consequences of not paying workers on time according to this verse?

Not paying workers on time can cause distress and potentially lead to divine judgment, as workers might cry out to God against the injustice.

How does this verse reflect the relationship between employers and employees?

It highlights a responsibility for employers to treat employees justly, providing timely payment and ensuring they can meet their basic needs.