King James Version
Exodus 21:25 in the King James Version says “Burning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe.” — study this verse from Exodus chapter 21 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.
“Burning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe.”
Exodus 21:25 · KJV
And if any mischief follow, then thou shalt give life for life,
Eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot,
Burning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe.
And if a man smite the eye of his servant, or the eye of his maid, that it perish; he shall let him go free for his eye's sake.
And if he smite out his manservant's tooth, or his maidservant's tooth; he shall let him go free for his tooth's sake.
KJV Study — Public Domain
the bottom (as depressed); only adverbially, below (often with prepositional prefix underneath), in lieu of, etc
the bottom (as depressed); only adverbially, below (often with prepositional prefix underneath), in lieu of, etc
“for stripe”
H2250properly, bound (with stripes), i.e., a weal (or black-and-blue mark itself)
the bottom (as depressed); only adverbially, below (often with prepositional prefix underneath), in lieu of, etc
“for stripe”
H2250properly, bound (with stripes), i.e., a weal (or black-and-blue mark itself)
This verse is found in the book of Exodus. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Exodus 21:25 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.