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Exodus 21:34 Cross-References
Explore 3 cross-references for Exodus 21:34 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Exodus chapter 21 verse 34 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The owner of the pit shall make it good, and give money unto the owner of them; and the dead beast shall be his.”
Exodus 21:34 (KJV)
Commentary on Exodus 21:34
The owner of the pit shall make it good, and give money unto the owner of them; and the dead beast shall be his.This case law addresses property damage and personal injury, establishing liability principles. The mishpatim (מִשְׁפָּטִים, judgments) apply Decalogue principles to everyday situations, creating just society. Owner responsibility reflects broader biblical principle: we're stewards of possessions, accountable for harm they cause. The law balances justice (compensation for victims) with mercy (proportional rather than excessive penalties). These principles undergird modern tort law an...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Exodus 21:34
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“and it has been testified to its owner”