Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Deuteronomy 17:6 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Deuteronomy 17:6 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Deuteronomy chapter 17 verse 6 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“At the mouth of two witnesses, or three witnesses, shall he that is worthy of death be put to death; but at the mouth of one witness he shall not be put to death.”
Deuteronomy 17:6 (KJV)
Commentary on Deuteronomy 17:6
Judicial requirement: 'At the mouth of two witnesses, or three witnesses, shall he that is worthy of death be put to death; but at the mouth of one witness he shall not be put to death.' Capital cases require multiple witnesses—minimum two, ideally three. One witness is insufficient regardless of credibility. This protects against false accusation and rushed judgment. The phrase 'at the mouth of' emphasizes testimony's spoken nature—witnesses must publicly testify, not merely provide written statements. This accountability guards justice. New Testament applies this to church discipline (Matthe...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Deuteronomy 17:6
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“the murderer shall be slain at the mouth of witnesses: but one witness shall not testify against any person that he die.”
“He that despised Moses' law died without mercy under two or three witnesses:”
“or for any sin”
“take one or two more with you”
“except at the word of two or three witnesses.”
“It is also written in your law”
“This is the third time I am coming to you. In the mouth of two or three witnesses shall every word be established.”