Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “Cursed is anyone who accepts a bribe to kill an innocent person.” Then all the people shall say, “Amen!” New Living Translation ‘Cursed is anyone who accepts payment to kill an innocent person.’ And all the people will reply, ‘Amen.’ English Standard Version “‘Cursed be anyone who takes a bribe to shed innocent blood.’ And all the people shall say, ‘Amen.’ Berean Standard Bible ‘Cursed is he who accepts a bribe to kill an innocent person.’ And let all the people say, ‘Amen!’ King James Bible Cursed be he that taketh reward to slay an innocent person. And all the people shall say, Amen. New King James Version ‘Cursed is the one who takes a bribe to slay an innocent person.’ “And all the people shall say, ‘Amen!’ New American Standard Bible ‘Cursed is he who accepts a bribe to attack an innocent person.’ And all the people shall say, ‘Amen.’ NASB 1995 ‘Cursed is he who accepts a bribe to strike down an innocent person.’ And all the people shall say, ‘Amen.’ NASB 1977 ‘Cursed is he who accepts a bribe to strike down an innocent person.’ And all the people shall say, ‘Amen.’ Legacy Standard Bible ‘Cursed is he who takes a bribe to strike down innocent blood.’ And all the people shall say, ‘Amen.’ Amplified Bible ‘Cursed is he who accepts a bribe to strike down an innocent person.’ And all the people shall say, ‘Amen.’ Christian Standard Bible ‘The one who accepts a bribe to kill an innocent person is cursed.’ And all the people will say, ‘Amen! ’ Holman Christian Standard Bible The one who accepts a bribe to kill an innocent person is cursed.’ And all the people will say, ‘Amen!’ American Standard Version Cursed be he that taketh a bribe to slay an innocent person. And all the people shall say, Amen. English Revised Version Cursed be he that taketh reward to slay an innocent person. And all the people shall say, Amen. GOD'S WORD® Translation "Whoever accepts money to kill an innocent person will be cursed." Then all the people will say amen. Good News Translation "'God's curse on anyone who accepts money to murder an innocent person.' "And all the people will answer, 'Amen!' International Standard Version "'Cursed is one who accepts a bribe to kill an innocent person. "Then all the people are to respond by saying, 'Amen!' Majority Standard Bible ?Cursed is he who accepts a bribe to kill an innocent person.? And let all the people say, ?Amen!? NET Bible Cursed is the one who takes a bribe to kill an innocent person.' Then all the people will say, 'Amen!' New Heart English Bible 'Cursed is he who takes a bribe to kill an innocent person.' All the people shall say, 'Amen.' Webster's Bible Translation Cursed be he that taketh reward to slay an innocent person: and all the people shall say, Amen. World English Bible ‘Cursed is he who takes a bribe to kill an innocent person.’ All the people shall say, ‘Amen.’ Literal Translations Literal Standard Version“Cursed [is] he who is taking a bribe to strike a person, innocent blood.” And all the people have said, “Amen.” Young's Literal Translation Cursed is he who is taking a bribe to smite a person, innocent blood, -- and all the people have said, Amen. Smith's Literal Translation Cursed he taking a gift to strike the soul of innocent blood: and all the people said, Amen. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleCursed be he that taketh gifts, to slay an innocent person: and all the people shall say: Amen. Catholic Public Domain Version Cursed be he who accepts gifts in order to strike down the life of innocent blood. And all the people shall say: Amen. New American Bible “Cursed be anyone who accepts payment to kill an innocent person!” And all the people shall answer, “Amen!” New Revised Standard Version “Cursed be anyone who takes a bribe to shed innocent blood.” All the people shall say, “Amen!” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleCursed be he who takes a bribe to slay an innocent person. And all the people shall say. Amen. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Cursed is everyone who will take a bribe to kill the soul of innocent blood, and all the people shall say, “Amen.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Cursed be he that taketh a bribe to slay an innocent person. And all the people shall say: Amen. Brenton Septuagint Translation Cursed is he whosoever shall have taken a bribe to slay an innocent man: and all the people shall say, So be it. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Curses Pronounced from Ebal…24‘Cursed is he who strikes down his neighbor in secret.’ And let all the people say, ‘Amen!’ 25‘Cursed is he who accepts a bribe to kill an innocent person.’ And let all the people say, ‘Amen!’ 26‘Cursed is he who does not put the words of this law into practice.’ And let all the people say, ‘Amen!’… Cross References Proverbs 17:23 A wicked man takes a covert bribe to subvert the course of justice. Exodus 23:7-8 Stay far away from a false accusation. Do not kill the innocent or the just, for I will not acquit the guilty. / Do not accept a bribe, for a bribe blinds those who see and twists the words of the righteous. Isaiah 5:23 who acquit the guilty for a bribe and deprive the innocent of justice. Micah 3:11 Her leaders judge for a bribe, her priests teach for a price, and her prophets practice divination for money. Yet they lean upon the LORD, saying, “Is not the LORD among us? No disaster can come upon us.” Psalm 26:10 in whose hands are wicked schemes, whose right hands are full of bribes. Amos 5:12 For I know that your transgressions are many and your sins are numerous. You oppress the righteous by taking bribes; you deprive the poor of justice in the gate. 1 Samuel 8:3 But his sons did not walk in his ways; they turned aside toward dishonest gain, accepting bribes and perverting justice. Isaiah 1:23 Your rulers are rebels, friends of thieves. They all love bribes and chasing after rewards. They do not defend the fatherless, and the plea of the widow never comes before them. Ezekiel 22:12 In you they take bribes to shed blood. You engage in usury, take excess interest, and extort your neighbors. But Me you have forgotten, declares the Lord GOD. Proverbs 29:4 By justice a king brings stability to the land, but a man who exacts tribute demolishes it. Matthew 26:15 and asked, “What are you willing to give me if I hand Him over to you?” And they set out for him thirty pieces of silver. Acts 1:18 (Now with the reward for his wickedness Judas bought a field; there he fell headlong and burst open in the middle, and all his intestines spilled out. Matthew 27:3-5 When Judas, who had betrayed Him, saw that Jesus was condemned, he was filled with remorse and returned the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders. / “I have sinned by betraying innocent blood,” he said. “What is that to us?” they replied. “You bear the responsibility.” / So Judas threw the silver into the temple and left. Then he went away and hanged himself. 1 Timothy 6:10 For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. By craving it, some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows. James 5:4 Look, the wages you withheld from the workmen who mowed your fields are crying out against you. The cries of the harvesters have reached the ears of the Lord of Hosts. Treasury of Scripture Cursed be he that takes reward to slay an innocent person. And all the people shall say, Amen. Deuteronomy 10:17 For the LORD your God is God of gods, and Lord of lords, a great God, a mighty, and a terrible, which regardeth not persons, nor taketh reward: Deuteronomy 16:19 Thou shalt not wrest judgment; thou shalt not respect persons, neither take a gift: for a gift doth blind the eyes of the wise, and pervert the words of the righteous. Exodus 23:7,8 Keep thee far from a false matter; and the innocent and righteous slay thou not: for I will not justify the wicked… Jump to Previous Accepts Amen Bribe Cursed Death Innocent Kill Mortally Puts Reward Shedding Slay Smite Strike WrongJump to Next Accepts Amen Bribe Cursed Death Innocent Kill Mortally Puts Reward Shedding Slay Smite Strike WrongDeuteronomy 27 1. The people are commanded to write the law upon stones5. and to build an altar of whole stones 11. The tribes to be divided on Gerizim and Ebal 14. The curses to be pronounced on mount Ebal Cursed is he who accepts a bribe to kill an innocent person. This phrase underscores the gravity of taking a bribe to commit murder, particularly against someone who is innocent. In the ancient Near Eastern context, bribery was a common issue, often leading to corruption and injustice. The Mosaic Law, as given in Deuteronomy, sought to establish a society based on justice and righteousness, reflecting God's character. The commandment against murder is rooted in the sanctity of life, as humans are made in the image of God (Genesis 1:27). The prohibition against accepting a bribe to kill highlights the severe moral and spiritual corruption involved in valuing money over human life. This principle is echoed in other scriptures, such as Proverbs 17:23, which condemns the wickedness of accepting bribes. The New Testament also speaks against such corruption, with Jesus emphasizing the importance of justice and mercy (Matthew 23:23). And let all the people say, ‘Amen!’ Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites who delivered God's laws and instructions, including the blessings and curses in Deuteronomy. 2. The Israelites The chosen people of God, receiving the law as they prepare to enter the Promised Land. 3. Mount Ebal and Mount Gerizim The locations where the blessings and curses were to be proclaimed to the people of Israel. 4. Levites The tribe responsible for proclaiming the curses to the people. 5. The Innocent Person Represents those who are unjustly harmed or killed, highlighting the value of justice and righteousness. Teaching Points The Sanctity of LifeThis verse underscores the value God places on human life and the severe consequences of taking it unjustly. Integrity in Justice Accepting bribes undermines justice and righteousness, which are foundational to a godly society. Community Responsibility The communal response of "Amen" signifies collective agreement and responsibility in upholding God's laws. The Danger of Greed The temptation of financial gain can lead to grave sins, such as harming the innocent, highlighting the need for contentment and integrity. The Role of Accountability The public declaration of curses serves as a reminder of the community's role in holding each other accountable to God's standards. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew ‘Cursed isאָרוּר֙ (’ā·rūr) Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine singular Strong's 779: To execrate he who accepts לֹקֵ֣חַ (lō·qê·aḥ) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 3947: To take a bribe שֹׁ֔חַד (šō·ḥaḏ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7810: A present, bribe to kill לְהַכּ֥וֹת (lə·hak·kō·wṯ) Preposition-l | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct Strong's 5221: To strike an innocent נָקִ֑י (nā·qî) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 5355: Clean, free from, exempt person.’ נֶ֖פֶשׁ (ne·p̄eš) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 5315: A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotion And {let} all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the people הָעָ֖ם (hā·‘ām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock say, וְאָמַ֥ר (wə·’ā·mar) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say ‘Amen!’ אָמֵֽן׃ (’ā·mên) Adverb Strong's 543: Sure, faithfulness, truly Links Deuteronomy 27:25 NIVDeuteronomy 27:25 NLT Deuteronomy 27:25 ESV Deuteronomy 27:25 NASB Deuteronomy 27:25 KJV Deuteronomy 27:25 BibleApps.com Deuteronomy 27:25 Biblia Paralela Deuteronomy 27:25 Chinese Bible Deuteronomy 27:25 French Bible Deuteronomy 27:25 Catholic Bible OT Law: Deuteronomy 27:25 Cursed be he who takes a bribe (Deut. 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