Leviticus 25:42-44

International Standard Version

⁴² Since they’re my servants whom I’ve brought out of the land of Egypt, they are not to be sold as slaves. ⁴³ You are not to rule over them with harshness. You are to fear your God.”

Release of Slaves

⁴⁴ “As for your male and maid slaves who will be with you, you may buy male and female slaves from among the nations.