Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version burn for burn, wound for wound, bruise for bruise. New Living Translation a burn for a burn, a wound for a wound, a bruise for a bruise. English Standard Version burn for burn, wound for wound, stripe for stripe. Berean Standard Bible burn for burn, wound for wound, and stripe for stripe. King James Bible Burning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe. New King James Version burn for burn, wound for wound, stripe for stripe. New American Standard Bible burn for burn, wound for wound, bruise for bruise. NASB 1995 burn for burn, wound for wound, bruise for bruise. NASB 1977 burn for burn, wound for wound, bruise for bruise. Legacy Standard Bible burn for burn, bruise for bruise, wound for wound. Amplified Bible burn for burn, wound for wound, bruise for bruise. Christian Standard Bible burn for burn, bruise for bruise, wound for wound. Holman Christian Standard Bible burn for burn, bruise for bruise, wound for wound.” American Standard Version burning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe. Contemporary English Version burn for burn, cut for cut, and bruise for bruise. English Revised Version burning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe. GOD'S WORD® Translation a burn for a burn, a bruise for a bruise, a wound for a wound. Good News Translation burn for burn, wound for wound, bruise for bruise. International Standard Version burn for burn, wound for wound, and bruise for bruise. Majority Standard Bible burn for burn, wound for wound, and stripe for stripe. NET Bible burn for burn, wound for wound, bruise for bruise. New Heart English Bible burning for burning, wound for wound, and bruise for bruise. Webster's Bible Translation Burning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe. World English Bible burning for burning, wound for wound, and bruise for bruise. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionburning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe. Young's Literal Translation burning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe. Smith's Literal Translation Burning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBurning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe. Catholic Public Domain Version a scrape for a scrape, a wound for a wound, a bruise for a bruise. New American Bible burn for burn, wound for wound, stripe for stripe. New Revised Standard Version burn for burn, wound for wound, stripe for stripe. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBurning for burning, wound for wound, slap for slap. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Branding in exchange for branding, wound in exchange for wound, a blow in exchange for a blow. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917burning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe. Brenton Septuagint Translation burning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Personal Injury Laws…24eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot, 25burn for burn, wound for wound, and stripe for stripe. 26If a man strikes and blinds the eye of his manservant or maidservant, he must let the servant go free as compensation for the eye.… Cross References Leviticus 24:19-20 If anyone injures his neighbor, whatever he has done must be done to him: / fracture for fracture, eye for eye, tooth for tooth. Just as he injured the other person, the same must be inflicted on him. Matthew 5:38-39 You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye and tooth for tooth.’ / But I tell you not to resist an evil person. If someone slaps you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also; Deuteronomy 19:21 You must show no pity: life for life, eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, and foot for foot. Romans 12:17-19 Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Carefully consider what is right in the eyes of everybody. / If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone. / Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for God’s wrath. For it is written: “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord.” Proverbs 24:29 Do not say, “I will do to him as he has done to me; I will repay the man according to his work.” 1 Peter 3:9 Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing. Luke 6:29-31 If someone strikes you on one cheek, turn to him the other also. And if someone takes your cloak, do not withhold your tunic as well. / Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what is yours, do not demand it back. / Do to others as you would have them do to you. Matthew 7:12 In everything, then, do to others as you would have them do to you. For this is the essence of the Law and the Prophets. Galatians 6:7 Do not be deceived: God is not to be mocked. Whatever a man sows, he will reap in return. Colossians 3:25 Whoever does wrong will be repaid for his wrong, and there is no favoritism. James 2:13 For judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. Mercy triumphs over judgment. Isaiah 33:1 Woe to you, O destroyer never destroyed, O traitor never betrayed! When you have finished destroying, you will be destroyed. When you have finished betraying, you will be betrayed. 1 Thessalonians 5:15 Make sure that no one repays evil for evil. Always pursue what is good for one another and for all people. 1 Corinthians 6:7 The very fact that you have lawsuits among you means that you are thoroughly defeated already. Why not rather be wronged? Why not rather be cheated? Proverbs 20:22 Do not say, “I will avenge this evil!” Wait on the LORD, and He will save you. Treasury of Scripture Burning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe. no reference Jump to Previous Blow Branding Bruise Burn Burning WoundJump to Next Blow Branding Bruise Burn Burning WoundExodus 21 1. Laws for men servants5. For the servant whose ear is bored 7. For women servants 12. For manslaughter 16. For kidnappers 17. For cursers of parents 18. For smiters 22. For a hurt by chance 28. For an ox that gores 33. For him who is an occasion of harm burn for burn This phrase is part of the broader "lex talionis" or law of retaliation, which is a principle of justice that ensures the punishment fits the crime. In the ancient Near Eastern context, this law was common, aiming to limit excessive retribution and maintain social order. The concept of "burn for burn" suggests a direct and proportional response to harm caused. This principle is echoed in other parts of the Old Testament, such as Leviticus 24:19-20, and is a precursor to the teachings of Jesus in the New Testament, who calls for mercy and forgiveness over strict retribution (Matthew 5:38-39). wound for wound stripe for stripe Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites who received the Law from God on Mount Sinai. He is the central figure in delivering God's commandments to the people. 2. Israelites The chosen people of God who were delivered from slavery in Egypt and are now receiving the Law to guide their community life. 3. Mount Sinai The place where God gave Moses the Law, including the ordinances found in Exodus 21, which are part of the covenant between God and Israel. Teaching Points Principle of JusticeThe law in Exodus 21:25 establishes a principle of proportional justice, ensuring that the punishment fits the crime. This reflects God's desire for fairness and order in society. Limitations on Retaliation By specifying "burn for burn, wound for wound," the law limits excessive retaliation, promoting a balanced approach to justice. Foreshadowing of Christ's Teachings While the Old Testament law emphasizes justice, it foreshadows the New Testament teachings of Jesus, who calls for mercy and forgiveness, encouraging believers to transcend the law with love. Community Responsibility The law underscores the importance of community responsibility in maintaining justice, reminding believers of their role in upholding righteousness within their communities. Transformation through Christ In light of the New Testament, believers are called to transform their understanding of justice through the lens of Christ's sacrificial love and forgiveness. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew burnכְּוִיָּה֙ (kə·wî·yāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 3555: A branding for תַּ֣חַת (ta·ḥaṯ) Preposition Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of burn, כְּוִיָּ֔ה (kə·wî·yāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 3555: A branding wound פֶּ֖צַע (pe·ṣa‘) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6482: A bruise, wound for תַּ֣חַת (ta·ḥaṯ) Preposition Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of wound, פָּ֑צַע (pā·ṣa‘) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6482: A bruise, wound [and] stripe חַבּוּרָ֕ה (ḥab·bū·rāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2250: A stripe, blow for תַּ֖חַת (ta·ḥaṯ) Preposition Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of stripe. חַבּוּרָֽה׃ (ḥab·bū·rāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2250: A stripe, blow Links Exodus 21:25 NIVExodus 21:25 NLT Exodus 21:25 ESV Exodus 21:25 NASB Exodus 21:25 KJV Exodus 21:25 BibleApps.com Exodus 21:25 Biblia Paralela Exodus 21:25 Chinese Bible Exodus 21:25 French Bible Exodus 21:25 Catholic Bible OT Law: Exodus 21:25 Burning for burning wound for wound (Exo. 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