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<p>Tzidkeyahu's emancipation of the slaves stemmed from religious motives and a (temporary) desire to abide by the Torah's laws.</p> | <p>Tzidkeyahu's emancipation of the slaves stemmed from religious motives and a (temporary) desire to abide by the Torah's laws.</p> | ||
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Version as of 06:45, 24 December 2018
Emancipating the Slaves
Exegetical Approaches
Political and Economic Incentives
Tzidkeyahu's decision to free the slaves stemmed from political and economic considerations rather than religious ones.
Religious Motives
Tzidkeyahu's emancipation of the slaves stemmed from religious motives and a (temporary) desire to abide by the Torah's laws.
Sources:Prof. Y. Elitzur
