Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Racism And Slavery?
14 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Racism And Slavery in the Bible
Explore what the Bible says about racism and slavery. This collection of 15 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.
Top 10 Verses About Racism And Slavery
- 1Exodus 21:16
“And he that stealeth a man, and selleth him, or if he be found in his hand, he shall surely be put to death.”
KJV - 2Exodus 22:21
“Thou shalt neither vex a stranger, nor oppress him: for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt.”
KJV - 3Leviticus 19:33
“And if a stranger sojourn with thee in your land, ye shall not vex him. vex: or, oppress”
KJV - 4Leviticus 19:34
“But the stranger that dwelleth with you shall be unto you as one born among you, and thou shalt love him as thyself; for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt: I am the LORD your God.”
KJV - 5Leviticus 25:44
“Both thy bondmen, and thy bondmaids, which thou shalt have, shall be of the heathen that are round about you; of them shall ye buy bondmen and bondmaids.”
KJV - 6Deuteronomy 10:17
“For the LORD your God is God of gods, and Lord of lords, a great God, a mighty, and a terrible, which regardeth not persons, nor taketh reward:”
KJV - 7Deuteronomy 23:15
“Thou shalt not deliver unto his master the servant which is escaped from his master unto thee:”
KJV - 8Acts 17:26
“And hath made of one blood all nations of men for to dwell on all the face of the earth, and hath determined the times before appointed, and the bounds of their habitation;”
KJV - 9Galatians 3:28
“There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.”
KJV - 10Ephesians 6:9
“And, ye masters, do the same things unto them, forbearing threatening: knowing that your Master also is in heaven; neither is there respect of persons with him. forbearing: or, moderating your: some read, both your and their Master”
KJV
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Racism And Slavery? (7 Verses)
“And he that stealeth a man, and selleth him, or if he be found in his hand, he shall surely be put to death.”
“Thou shalt neither vex a stranger, nor oppress him: for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt.”
“And if a stranger sojourn with thee in your land, ye shall not vex him. vex: or, oppress”
“But the stranger that dwelleth with you shall be unto you as one born among you, and thou shalt love him as thyself; for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt: I am the LORD your God.”
“Both thy bondmen, and thy bondmaids, which thou shalt have, shall be of the heathen that are round about you; of them shall ye buy bondmen and bondmaids.”
“For the LORD your God is God of gods, and Lord of lords, a great God, a mighty, and a terrible, which regardeth not persons, nor taketh reward:”
“Thou shalt not deliver unto his master the servant which is escaped from his master unto thee:”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Racism And Slavery? (7 Verses)
“And hath made of one blood all nations of men for to dwell on all the face of the earth, and hath determined the times before appointed, and the bounds of their habitation;”
“There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.”
“And, ye masters, do the same things unto them, forbearing threatening: knowing that your Master also is in heaven; neither is there respect of persons with him. forbearing: or, moderating your: some read, both your and their Master”
“Where there is neither Greek nor Jew, circumcision nor uncircumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, bond nor free: but Christ is all, and in all.”
“Masters, give unto your servants that which is just and equal; knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven.”
“For perhaps he therefore departed for a season, that thou shouldest receive him for ever;”
“After this I beheld, and, lo, a great multitude, which no man could number , of all nations, and kindreds, and people, and tongues, stood before the throne, and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, and palms in their hands;”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Racism And Slavery
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Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about racism and slavery. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.
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Memorise at least one key verse about racism and slavery and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.
Practical Application
Studying what the Bible says about racism and slavery is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:
Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on racism and slavery needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about racism and slavery with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.
Pray through the key verses about racism and slavery, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
How Well Do You Know What the Bible Says About Racism And Slavery?
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