Exodus 21:20

“And if a man smite his servant, or his maid, with a rod, and he die under his hand; he shall be surely punished.”

"And if a man smite his servant, or his maid, with a rod, and he die under his hand; he shall be surely punished." - Exodus 21:20
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What does Exodus 21:20 mean?

Exodus 21:20 (KJV) states, "And if a man smite his servant, or his maid, with a rod, and he die under his hand; he shall be surely punished." This verse is part of the Old Testament of the Bible, specifically within the book of Exodus. At this point in the biblical narrative…

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Justice and Compassion: Understanding the Heart of God in Exodus 21:20

The Bible is a profound source of wisdom, guiding us through the complexities of human relationships and the moral imperatives of justice and compassion. One such verse that stirs deep reflection is Exodus 21:20, which reads: "And if a man smite his servant, or his maid, with a…

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A Prayer for Justice and Compassion in Authority

O Lord Almighty, our God of Justice and Mercy, In the stillness of this moment, we come before You with humble hearts, acknowledging Your sovereignty and seeking to align our lives with Your righteous ways. As we meditate on the profound message embedded in Exodus 21:20, where…

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Exodus 21:20 - "¶ And if a man smite his servant, or his maid, with a rod, and he die under his hand; he shall be surely punished."
Exodus 20:21 - "And the people stood afar off, and Moses drew near unto the thick darkness where God was."
"And the people stood afar off, and Moses drew near unto the thick darkness where God was." - Exodus 20:21
Exodus 15:20-21 - "Then Miriam the prophet, Aaron’s sister, took a tambourine and led all the women as they played their tambourines and danced. And Miriam sang this song: “Sing to the Lord, for he has triumphed gloriously; he has hurled both horse and rider into the sea.”"
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