Deuteronomy 10:19

Arabic Simplified (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

«فَأحِبُّوا أنْتُمْ أيْضًا الغَرِيبَ لِأنَّكُمْ كُنْتُمْ غُرَبَاءَ فِي أرْضِ مِصْرٍ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells us to love strangers because we were once strangers in Egypt. God is speaking through Moses, reminding the Israelites of their history of being foreigners and asking them to treat others kindly.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you moved to a new place where nobody knew you, and you felt all alone. This verse is like a reminder to be kind to those who might feel that way, because at one time, God's people felt the same way when they were in Egypt.

Historical Background

Moses wrote this verse around 1400-1250 BC as part of his farewell speech to the Israelites before they entered the Promised Land. The Israelites had just been freed from slavery in Egypt and were reminded of their own experience as foreigners to show empathy to others.

Living It Out Today

Today, we can apply this verse by reaching out to new immigrants or refugees in our community. For instance, if there's a family new to the neighborhood who doesn't speak the language, we can offer to help them get settled or just be a friendly face.

Topics

• love
• compassion
• foreigners
• history
• empathy
• kindness

Related Verses

• Exodus 22:21
• Leviticus 19:34
• James 1:27
• 1 John 3:18
• Matthew 25:35

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the verse mention being strangers in Egypt?

The verse reminds the Israelites of their own history of being foreigners to show them the importance of empathy and kindness towards others who might be in similar circumstances.

How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?

We can show kindness and love to those who are new in our community or who may feel like outsiders, just as we would want others to treat us if we were in their position.

What does it mean to 'love the stranger'?

Loving the stranger means treating foreigners or newcomers with kindness, respect, and compassion, and making them feel welcome and valued in the community.

Are there other verses that talk about loving strangers?

Yes, there are many verses like Exodus 22:21, Leviticus 19:34, and James 1:27, which all emphasize the importance of showing love and kindness to strangers.