Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Anyone who injures their neighbor is to be injured in the same manner: New Living Translation “Anyone who injures another person must be dealt with according to the injury inflicted— English Standard Version If anyone injures his neighbor, as he has done it shall be done to him, Berean Standard Bible If anyone injures his neighbor, whatever he has done must be done to him: King James Bible And if a man cause a blemish in his neighbour; as he hath done, so shall it be done to him; New King James Version ‘If a man causes disfigurement of his neighbor, as he has done, so shall it be done to him— New American Standard Bible If someone injures his neighbor, just as he has done, so shall it be done to him: NASB 1995 ‘If a man injures his neighbor, just as he has done, so it shall be done to him: NASB 1977 ‘And if a man injures his neighbor, just as he has done, so it shall be done to him: Legacy Standard Bible If a man injures his neighbor, just as he has done, so it shall be done to him: Amplified Bible If a man injures his neighbor (fellow citizen), whatever he has done shall be done to him: Christian Standard Bible If any man inflicts a permanent injury on his neighbor, whatever he has done is to be done to him: Holman Christian Standard Bible If any man inflicts a permanent injury on his neighbor, whatever he has done is to be done to him: American Standard Version And if a man cause a blemish in his neighbor; as he hath done, so shall it be done to him: Contemporary English Version Personal injuries to others must be dealt with in keeping with the crime-- English Revised Version And if a man cause a blemish in his neighbour; as he hath done, so shall it be done to him; GOD'S WORD® Translation Whoever injures a neighbor must receive the same injury in return- Good News Translation "If any of you injure another person, whatever you have done shall be done to you. International Standard Version If a man disfigures his fellow, whatever he did is to be done to him also. Majority Standard Bible If anyone injures his neighbor, whatever he has done must be done to him: NET Bible If a man inflicts an injury on his fellow citizen, just as he has done it must be done to him-- New Heart English Bible If anyone injures his neighbor; as he has done, so shall it be done to him: Webster's Bible Translation And if a man shall cause a blemish in his neighbor; as he hath done, so shall it be done to him; World English Bible If anyone injures his neighbor, it shall be done to him as he has done: Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd when a man puts a blemish in his fellow, as he has done so it is done to him; Young's Literal Translation 'And when a man putteth a blemish in his fellow, as he hath done so it is done to him; Smith's Literal Translation And when a man shall give a blemish in his neighbor, as he did so it shall be done to him: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHe that giveth a blemish to any of his neighbours: as he hath done, so shall it be done to him: Catholic Public Domain Version Whoever will have inflicted a blemish on any of his citizens, just as he has done, so shall it be done to him: New American Bible Anyone who inflicts a permanent injury on his or her neighbor shall receive the same in return: New Revised Standard Version Anyone who maims another shall suffer the same injury in return: Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd if a man causes a blemish in his neighbor, as he has done, so shall it be done to him; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And if a man shall cause a blemish to his fellow, according to the blemish that he caused to his fellow, thus it shall be done to him; OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And if a man maim his neighbour; as he hath done, so shall it be done to him: Brenton Septuagint Translation And whosoever shall inflict a blemish on his neighbour, as he has done to him, so shall it be done to himself in return; Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context An Eye for an Eye…18Whoever kills an animal must make restitution—life for life. 19If anyone injures his neighbor, whatever he has done must be done to him: 20fracture for fracture, eye for eye, tooth for tooth. Just as he injured the other person, the same must be inflicted on him.… Cross References Exodus 21:23-25 But if a serious injury results, then you must require a life for a life— / eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot, / burn for burn, wound for wound, and stripe for stripe. 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.” 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. Exodus 21:18-19 If men are quarreling and one strikes the other with a stone or a fist, and he does not die but is confined to bed, / then the one who struck him shall go unpunished, as long as the other can get up and walk around outside with his staff. Nevertheless, he must compensate the man for his lost work and see that he is completely healed. 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. 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. Numbers 35:16-21 If, however, anyone strikes a person with an iron object and kills him, he is a murderer; the murderer must surely be put to death. / Or if anyone has in his hand a stone of deadly size, and he strikes and kills another, he is a murderer; the murderer must surely be put to death. / If anyone has in his hand a deadly object of wood, and he strikes and kills another, he is a murderer; the murderer must surely be put to death. ... 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. Mark 12:31 The second is this: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ No other commandment is greater than these.” Genesis 9:6 Whoever sheds the blood of man, by man his blood will be shed; for in His own image God has made mankind. Colossians 3:13 Bear with one another and forgive any complaint you may have against someone else. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. Treasury of Scripture And if a man cause a blemish in his neighbor; as he has done, so shall it be done to him; Deuteronomy 19:21 And thine eye shall not pity; but life shall go for life, eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot. Matthew 5:38 Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth: Matthew 7:2 For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again. Jump to Previous Blemish Cause Causes Damage Fellow Injures Maim Neighbor Neighbour Putteth WhateverJump to Next Blemish Cause Causes Damage Fellow Injures Maim Neighbor Neighbour Putteth WhateverLeviticus 24 1. The oil for the lamps5. The showbread 10. Shelomith's son blasphemes 13. The law of blasphemy 17. Of murder 18. Of damage 23. The blasphemer is stoned If anyone injures his neighbor This phrase introduces the principle of reciprocal justice, often referred to as "lex talionis" or the law of retaliation. In the ancient Near Eastern context, this was a common legal principle, also found in the Code of Hammurabi. It served to limit retribution and prevent escalating cycles of violence. The term "neighbor" here is significant, as it implies a fellow member of the Israelite community, emphasizing the importance of maintaining harmony and justice within the covenant people. This principle underscores the value of human life and the need for fairness in interpersonal relationships. whatever he has done must be done to him Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe author of Leviticus, who received the laws from God on Mount Sinai and communicated them to the Israelites. 2. The Israelites The chosen people of God, to whom the laws in Leviticus were given as part of their covenant relationship with God. 3. The Tabernacle The central place of worship and the dwelling place of God's presence among the Israelites during their wilderness journey. 4. The Wilderness The setting where the Israelites received the laws, including the laws of retribution, as they journeyed from Egypt to the Promised Land. Teaching Points Understanding JusticeThe law of retribution in Leviticus 24:19 emphasizes justice and fairness, ensuring that the punishment fits the crime. It reflects God's desire for order and equity in human relationships. The Role of the Law The Old Testament law served as a guide for the Israelites, teaching them about God's holiness and their need for justice. It points to the need for a Savior who fulfills the law perfectly. Jesus' Fulfillment of the Law Jesus' teachings in the New Testament transform the understanding of justice from retribution to forgiveness and love. Believers are called to follow His example in dealing with offenses. Practical Forgiveness In our daily lives, we are encouraged to move beyond the desire for retribution and embrace forgiveness, reflecting Christ's love and grace to those who wrong us. Living in Community The principle of justice in Leviticus reminds us of the importance of living in harmony and peace with others, seeking reconciliation and restoration in our relationships.(19, 20) And if a man cause a blemish.--See Exodus 21:24-25. Hebrew Ifכִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction anyone וְאִ֕ישׁ (wə·’îš) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person injures יִתֵּ֥ן (yit·tên) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set his neighbor, בַּעֲמִית֑וֹ (ba·‘ă·mî·ṯōw) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 5997: Companionship, a comrade, kindred man whatever כַּאֲשֶׁ֣ר (ka·’ă·šer) Preposition-k | Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that he has done עָשָׂ֔ה (‘ā·śāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make must be done יֵעָ֥שֶׂה (yê·‘ā·śeh) Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make to him: לּֽוֹ׃ (lōw) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's Hebrew Links Leviticus 24:19 NIVLeviticus 24:19 NLT Leviticus 24:19 ESV Leviticus 24:19 NASB Leviticus 24:19 KJV Leviticus 24:19 BibleApps.com Leviticus 24:19 Biblia Paralela Leviticus 24:19 Chinese Bible Leviticus 24:19 French Bible Leviticus 24:19 Catholic Bible OT Law: Leviticus 24:19 If anyone injures his neighbor (Le Lv Lev.) |
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