Numbers 35:17

Afrikaans Bible (ABA) 2007 (Bybel vir almal)

En as hy iemand met 'n gevaarlike klip geslaan het, en die persoon sterf, dan is hy 'n moordenaar, en 'n moordenaar moet sterf, dit is seker.

What Does This Mean?

This verse is from the book of Numbers and states that if someone throws a stone at another person with the intention to kill and the person dies, the thrower is considered a murderer and will be punished by death. It's a rule that emphasizes the seriousness of taking a life.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you threw a ball at your friend and it was so hard that it hurt them really badly and they got very sick. This verse is saying that if you do something like that on purpose and your friend dies, you would be in big trouble because you hurt them so badly.

Historical Background

The book of Numbers was written by Moses around 1400 BC. This verse is part of the laws given to the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land. The law was meant to provide clear guidelines and consequences for actions that result in death.

Living It Out Today

Today, this verse can be applied to situations where someone's actions lead to another person's death, like texting while driving. If someone dies because of your distracted driving, you could face serious legal consequences.

Topics

• justice
• punishment
• murder
• consequences
• laws
• intentionality

Related Verses

• Exodus 21:12
• Leviticus 24:17
• Deuteronomy 19:11
• Matthew 5:21
• Romans 13:4

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this verse tell us about the value of life?

This verse emphasizes the high value placed on human life. It shows that taking a life is considered a very serious crime with severe consequences.

How does this verse relate to the concept of justice?

This verse reflects the concept of justice by outlining a clear punishment for a heinous act, ensuring that the consequences of murder are severe and just.

Can this verse be used to discuss self-defense?

While this verse focuses on premeditated murder, discussions on self-defense would typically refer to other passages that address the use of force in defense.

How does this verse compare with other passages in the Bible?

This verse is part of a broader set of laws that address murder, such as Exodus 21:12 and Deuteronomy 19:11, which also prescribe the death penalty for intentional murder.