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Deuteronomy 21:23 · KJV

"His body shall not remain all night upon the tree, but thou shalt in any wise bury him that day; (for he that is hanged is accursed of God;) that thy land be not defiled, which the LORD thy God giveth thee for an inheritance."

King James Version

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Passage Context

21And all the men of his city shall stone him with stones, that he die: so shalt thou put evil away from among you; and all Israel shall hear, and fear.
22And if a man have committed a sin worthy of death, and he be to be put to death, and thou hang him on a tree:
23His body shall not remain all night upon the tree, but thou shalt in any wise bury him that day; (for he that is hanged is accursed of God;) that thy land be not defiled, which the LORD thy God giveth thee for an inheritance.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does the concept of honor in death mean to you?

2

How do you handle loss and grief in your life?

3

When have you felt the need to uphold traditions?

Life Application

grief

Reflect on how you can honor loved ones who have passed. Consider establishing meaningful traditions that help you remember them.

faith

Think about how your beliefs influence your actions regarding death and burial practices.

Connection to Jesus

messianic prophecy

This verse foreshadows Jesus' crucifixion and the significance of His burial, as He was also hung on a tree.

See also: Galatians 3:13

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