US immigration policy should take a cue from these biblical principles
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Since the Naturalization Act of 1790, immigration has been a consistently contentious issue in American politics. Throughout history, America’s religious leaders have offered guidance and opinions on immigration, in general terms and concerning specific legislation.
In recent years, much of this religious guidance has centered on a verse from the Torah (the sacred text for Jews and Christians, from Genesis-Deuteronomy). This is Leviticus 19:33, which states: “The stranger who resides with you shall be to you as one of your citizens; you shall love them as yourself, for you were strangers in the land of Egypt.”
A nation must secure its borders. It should welcome immigrants, particularly with special skills, who share its values and can build its economy. (Reuters)
This verse, along with its variations in Numbers and Deuteronomy, is frequently cited
