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Deuteronomy 21:3 Cross-References
Explore 4 cross-references for Deuteronomy 21:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Deuteronomy chapter 21 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And it shall be, that the city which is next unto the slain man, even the elders of that city shall take an heifer , which hath not been wrought with, and which hath not drawn in the yoke;”
Deuteronomy 21:3 (KJV)
Commentary on Deuteronomy 21:3
And it shall be, that the city which is next unto the slain man, even the elders of that city shall take an heifer, which hath not been wrought with, and which hath not drawn in the yoke. The nearest city must provide the heifer for the cleansing ritual. This cost creates incentive for communities to maintain safety and pursue justice - negligence has tangible consequences.The specific requirement of a heifer which hath not been wrought with indicates an unused animal, suitable for sacred purpose. Like sacrificial animals, the heifer for this ritual must be unblemished and unused for common wo...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Deuteronomy 21:3
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“saying”
“You have chastised me”
“he humbled himself”