Introduction

Hebrew Text

English Translation

A Hebrew slave is acquired through money or through a contract,

and acquires himself through years, through a Jubilee [year], or through prorated money.

A Hebrew maidservant has an advantage over him,

for she acquires herself through signs [of puberty].

[A slave] who is pierced is acquired through piercing,

and acquires himself through a Jubilee [year] or through the death of the master.

Explanation