Exodus 21:32
The Scripture
(32) If the ox shall push a manservant or a maidservant; he shall give unto their master thirty shekels of silver, and the ox shall be stoned.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
Exodus 21 records the early law of the Israelites concerning injury and compensation, stating that a person who causes bodily harm must make restitution to the injured. The chapter also introduces the principle of proportional justice, often summarized as “an eye for an eye,” emphasizing that each person must be held accountable for their actions. These teachings set the foundation for the community’s moral and legal order.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
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Related verses (shared words)
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