What does the Bible say about strangers and foreigners?

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The Bible addresses the treatment of strangers and sojourners in the Mosaic law, in Hebrews, and in Jesus’ words in Matthew 25.

In Leviticus 19:34:

34 But the stranger that dwelleth with you shall be unto you as one born among you, and thou shalt love him as thyself; for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt: I am the LORD your God.

In Hebrews 13:2:

2 Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.

In Matthew 25:35:

35 For I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in:

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