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Ownership and Property in the Old Testament Economy

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  • Walter C. Kaiser Jr

Does the Old Testament teach anything on economic matters like ownership and property? Kaiser examines the case some have made for a duality of the material and spiritual world. He then examines themes related to property, theft, land, and Jubilee. The stewardship responsibilities attributed to human beings are noted.

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Five Myths about Jubilee

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  • Art Lindsley

It is assumed that the Year of Jubilee involved forgiveness of debt and land redistribution. This article shows that this assumptions and the objection to land ownership based on jubilee principle are myths. So what was the point of the Year of Jubilee? Let the article explain.

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Some Comments on Wealth and Poverty in the Bible

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  • Richard Bauckham

This article discusses biblical approaches to wealth and poverty. The author discusses the Torah's legislation regarding money and the accumulation of wealth. Sabbatical and jubilee years, which released people from debt and slavery, is also discussed.

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Bring me a worm that can comprehend a man, and then I will show you a man that can comprehend the triune God. John Wesley
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