Verse 16

But if he says to you, I have no desire to go away from you; because you and your family are dear to him and he is happy with you;

Referenced Verses

• Exod 21:5-6 : 5 But if the servant says clearly, My master and my wife and children are dear to me; I have no desire to be free: 6 Then his master is to take him to the gods of the house, and at the door, or at its framework, he is to make a hole in his ear with a sharp-pointed instrument; and he will be his servant for ever.
• Ps 40:6 : 6 You had no desire for offerings of beasts or fruits of the earth; ears you made for me: for burned offerings and sin offerings you made no request.
• Ps 40:8 : 8 My delight is to do your pleasure, O my God; truly, your law is in my heart.