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What does Exodus 34:19 mean?

'Every firstborn male belongs to me, including your livestock. But you can buy back every firstborn donkey with a lamb. If you don’t, break its neck. You must also buy back every firstborn son.' Exodus 34:19 - Modern Text Bible

(God claims the firstborn as a sign of His ownership and their deliverance, but allows for redemption.)