Favouritism

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The unfair treatment of a person or group in preference to another. Favouritism is shown in Scripture as causing division both in the family and in the church. It is warned against in the administration of justice. The human tendency to partiality is contrasted with God’s impartial dealings.

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Favouritism in family life Isaac’s preference for Esau Ge 25:23; Ge 25:28 Rebekah’s preference for Jacob Ge 27:6–10 Jacob’s preference for Joseph Ge 37:3–4 Elkanah’s preference for Hannah 1 Sa 1:5–6 The child of a favourite wife must not receive preferential treatment Dt 21:15–16 Favouritism in church…
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