Deuteronomy 25:3
The Scripture
(3) Forty stripes he may give him, and not exceed: lest, if he should exceed, and beat him above these with many stripes, then thy brother should seem vile unto thee.
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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Related verses (shared words)
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