Leviticus 24:17 Meaning
And he that killeth any man shall surely be put to death.
Context Explained
15And thou shalt speak unto the children of Israel, saying, Whosoever curseth his God shall bear his sin.
16And he that blasphemeth the name of the LORD, he shall surely be put to death, and all the congregation shall certainly stone him: as well the stranger, as he that is born in the land, when he blasphemeth the name of the LORD, shall be put to death.
17And he that killeth any man shall surely be put to death.
18And he that killeth a beast shall make it good; beast for beast.
19And if a man cause a blemish in his neighbour; as he hath done, so shall it be done to him;
Key Themes
justicelawconsequence
Related Cross References
Romans 13:4
Both verses emphasize the role of governing authorities in administering justice.
Source: Leviticus 24:17