Deuteronomy 22:1

Various Laws

1 If you see your fellow Israelite’s ox or sheep straying, do not ignore it but be sure to take it back to its owner.

Deuteronomy 22:1 in Other Translations

KJV
1 Thou shalt not see thy brother's ox or his sheep go astray, and hide thyself from them: thou shalt in any case bring them again unto thy brother.
ESV
1 "You shall not see your brother's ox or his sheep going astray and ignore them. You shall take them back to your brother.
NLT
1 “If you see your neighbor’s ox or sheep or goat wandering away, don’t ignore your responsibility. Take it back to its owner.
MSG
1 If you see your kinsman's ox or sheep wandering off loose, don't look the other way as if you didn't see it. Return it promptly.
CSB
1 "If you see your brother's ox or sheep straying, you must not ignore it; make sure you return it to your brother.

Deuteronomy 22:1 In-Context

1 If you see your fellow Israelite’s ox or sheep straying, do not ignore it but be sure to take it back to its owner.
2 If they do not live near you or if you do not know who owns it, take it home with you and keep it until they come looking for it. Then give it back.
3 Do the same if you find their donkey or cloak or anything else they have lost. Do not ignore it.
4 If you see your fellow Israelite’s donkey or ox fallen on the road, do not ignore it. Help the owner get it to its feet.
5 A woman must not wear men’s clothing, nor a man wear women’s clothing, for the LORD your God detests anyone who does this.

Cross References 1

  • 1. Exodus 23:4-5; Proverbs 27:10; Zechariah 7:9
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