Whre in the bible does it say that slavery is bad?

Answer 1

Lev. 25:44 states that I may indeed possess slaves, both male and female, provided they are purchased from neighboring nations. A friend of mine claims that this applies to Mexicans, but not Canadians. Can you clarify? Why can't I own Canadians?

Answer 2

The Bible doesn't really comment on the slavery that you're probably thinking of. Slavery in the biblical context was much more like what you know as an indentured servant. Yes they would serve a master but only to pay off a debt and only for a certain amount of time.

You are probably thinking of American slavery of the 1600-1850s... that was another travesty all together. The Bible certainly does condemn that kind of slavery in the way it condemns the slavery of the Jews in Egypt.

Answer 3

It does say to Love your neighbor as yourself. Alot of what the view point of slavery is now came from the abuses of the US slaves in the 1800s. Is it bad? I guess that depends on how the slave as a human being is treated. If biblical principles are not followed then everything is bad including slavery.

Answer 4

It doesn't, however it does lay down laws in accordance with Christian belief's on how a Christian Slaves should treat its master or a Christian Master should treat their slaves. And that would be with kindness, gentleness and love along with respect as a human. This alone sets the slave/master outisde the "norm" of society for that "time" when slaves were considered nothing more than items of property.

The Bible (New Testament) doesn't get into Political laws because Christ said his Kingdom "was no part of this world" so he simply said 2 things regarding the laws of this earth.

#1. Render unto Ceaser (the ruler of your land) what was theirs (taxes, respect, honor, etc.)
#2. Obey the laws of the land unless they conflict with God's laws.

That's it, so please don't try to say the Bible "encourages" slavery, it does no such thing. It is simply saying here, "if you happen to own slaves" and not, go out and buy slaves.

Answer 5

The Bible does not condemn slavery because during Biblical times slavery was an acceptable institution.

Answer 6

The scriptures do not say that slavery is bad. Father Abraham, had slaves so did Sarah, his wife she had Hagar. She was treated very kindly and allowed to have a son in this household. She (Hagar) was the one who chose to leave because she didn't want to keep the laws set for her and she was allowed to leave freely. There are laws in the scriptures about how you are to treat others these would apply to a slave as well. They should be taken care of and have food, clothing and shelter provided for them. This shows the love for the person you are responsible for and helps them to see how to treat others. Scripturally when you have a slave you must teach that person to keep the laws of the Creator so they can obtain life eternal. Slavery is meant to help to the slave and the owner is to serve the slave as well by taking care of their needs.

Answer 7

The Bible doesn't say that slavery is bad. When exercised properly, slavery, in my mind, is perfectly fine. According to Biblical principles, you must treat your slaves well. However, the Bible also says in Romans 13 that we are to obey man's law as well, and in today's culture, slavery is not acceptable.

Answer 8

Genesis 37:28 talks of Joseph being sold for money

Answer 9

All men are created equal, and we all are brothers in Christ. Therefore, it's bad to treat someone as our inferior jst because of the color of their skin. Also, beating somebody and treating them like a slave is crual and inhumane, it's just common sense. Come on.

Answer 10

I am the LORD thy God that brought you out of the bondage...

Jesus came to set the captives free.

There is slavery going on during OT / NT times. God doesn't call it sin, except when owners of slaves abuse their slaves.

The captivity God frees us from is spiritual bondage's (demons) & sin bondage's. Also the fear of death bondage & other fears.