Deuteronomy 25:2
The Scripture
(2) And it shall be, if the wicked man be worthy to be beaten, that the judge shall cause him to lie down, and to be beaten before his face, according to his fault, by a certain number.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the law continues with instructions on how to treat the poor, the sick, and the stranger, emphasizing justice and compassion. It also includes a rule that a man must not oppress his neighbor, and if he does, he must pay a fine. The chapter stresses the importance of caring for the vulnerable and upholding fairness.
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