Exodus 21:12-17

12 “Anyone who assaults and kills another person must be put to death.
13 But if it was simply an accident permitted by God, I will appoint a place of refuge where the slayer can run for safety.
14 However, if someone deliberately kills another person, then the slayer must be dragged even from my altar and be put to death.
15 “Anyone who strikes father or mother must be put to death.
16 “Kidnappers must be put to death, whether they are caught in possession of their victims or have already sold them as slaves.
17 “Anyone who dishonors father or mother must be put to death.

Footnotes 1

  • [a]. Greek version reads Anyone who speaks disrespectfully of. Compare Matt 15:4 ; Mark 7:10 .
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