King James Version

What Does Deuteronomy 22:10 Mean?

Thou shalt not plow with an ox and an ass together.

Context

8

When thou buildest a new house, then thou shalt make a battlement for thy roof, that thou bring not blood upon thine house, if any man fall from thence.

9

Thou shalt not sow thy vineyard with divers seeds: lest the fruit of thy seed which thou hast sown, and the fruit of thy vineyard, be defiled. fruit of thy seed: Heb. fulness of the seed

10

Thou shalt not plow with an ox and an ass together.

11

Thou shalt not wear a garment of divers sorts, as of woollen and linen together.

12

Thou shalt make thee fringes upon the four quarters of thy vesture, wherewith thou coverest thyself. quarters: Heb. wings

Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
De 14:11-20. Of Birds. **11-20. Of all clean birds ye shall eat--**(See on Le 11:21).

Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Deuteronomy. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Deuteronomy 22:10 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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