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June 29, 2025

Illustrated Bible Life

The Problem of Poverty

Poverty was prevalent and problematic in ancient Israel. Israel's poor faced severe economic challenges, since the government provided no safety net. The extended family was to fill this role. Those without families, such as widows and orphans, were especially vulnerable. Did God have a solution to this problem? Find out in this week's article.

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