Exodus 22:1 Meaning
If a man shall steal an ox, or a sheep, and kill it, or sell it; he shall restore five oxen for an ox, and four sheep for a sheep.
Context Explained
1If a man shall steal an ox, or a sheep, and kill it, or sell it; he shall restore five oxen for an ox, and four sheep for a sheep.
2If a thief be found breaking up, and be smitten that he die, there shall no blood be shed for him.
3If the sun be risen upon him, there shall be blood shed for him; for he should make full restitution; if he have nothing, then he shall be sold for his theft.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Luke 19:8
Zacchaeus offers to repay fourfold, echoing the restitution principle in Exodus.
Proverbs 6:30-31
These verses discuss the consequences of theft, aligning with the restitution laws in Exodus.
Matthew 5:40
Jesus teaches a different approach to justice and restitution, emphasizing mercy over strict repayment.
Source: Exodus 22:1