Deuteronomy 19:21

²¹Non misereberis ejus, sed animam pro anima, oculum pro oculo, dentem pro dente, manum pro manu, pedem pro pede exiges.b

Deuteronomy 19 establishes laws concerning justice, particularly focusing on the cities of refuge and the principle of “eye for an eye.” It details the provision for accidental manslaughter, distinguishing it from premeditated murder, and outlines the legal process for ensuring fair judgment. The chapter also emphasizes the necessity of multiple witnesses for conviction and introduces the severe penalty for false testimony, underscoring God's commitment to truth and the protection of the innocent within the covenant community.

References· Deuteronomy 19

a: v.15 — By the mouth of two or three witnesses: Matthew 18:16, 2 Corinthians 13:1; Numbers 35:30, Deuteronomy 17:6, 2 Corinthians 13:1, Hebrews 10:28, Matthew 18:16, 1 Timothy 5:19, John 8:17, 1 Kings 21:10, 1 Kings 21:13, Revelation 11:3-7
b: v.21 — An eye for an eye: Matthew 5:38; Matthew 5:38-39, Exodus 21:23-25, Deuteronomy 19:13, Leviticus 24:17-21

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