Deuteronomy 19:14 net — Laws Concerning Witnesses You must not encroach on your neighbor’s property, which will have been defined in the inheri…

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"Laws Concerning Witnesses You must not encroach on your neighbor’s property, which will have been defined in the inheritance you will obtain in the land the LORD your God is giving you."

— Deuteronomy 19:14, NET Bible

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Deuteronomy 19 — Context

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However, suppose a person hates someone else and stalks him, attacks him, kills him, and then flees to one of these cities.

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The elders of his own city must send for him and remove him from there to deliver him over to the blood avenger to die.

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You must not pity him, but purge out the blood of the innocent from Israel, so that it may go well with you.

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Laws Concerning Witnesses You must not encroach on your neighbor’s property, which will have been defined in the inheritance you will obtain in the land the LORD your God is giving you.

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A single witness may not testify against another person for any trespass or sin that he commits. A matter may be legally established only on the testimony of two or three witnesses.

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If a false witness testifies against another person and accuses him of a crime,

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then both parties to the controversy must stand before the LORD, that is, before the priests and judges who will be in office in those days.

Deuteronomy 19:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 19:14 say?
Deuteronomy 19:14 in the NET Bible reads: “Laws Concerning Witnesses You must not encroach on your neighbor’s property, which will have been defined in the inheritance you will obtain in the land the LORD your God is giving you.”
Where is Deuteronomy 19:14 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 19:14 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 19, verse 14.
Who wrote Deuteronomy?
Deuteronomy is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Largely framed as Moses' farewell speeches; the closing chapter narrating his death was likely added by Joshua or a later editor. It was written c. 1406 BC.
What is the book of Deuteronomy about?
Deuteronomy is Moses' final sermons to Israel before they enter the Promised Land — a renewed call to love and obey the LORD. It re-states the Law, rehearses Israel's history, and lays before the people blessing for obedience and curse for rebellion.
What are the major themes of Deuteronomy?
Deuteronomy explores themes including Covenant, Love, Obedience, Remembrance, Blessing & Curse. These themes shape the meaning and context of Deuteronomy 19:14.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 19:14 in?
Deuteronomy 19:14 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Deuteronomy 19:14?
Deuteronomy 19:14 reads (NET): “Laws Concerning Witnesses You must not encroach on your neighbor’s property, which will have been defined in the inheritance you will obtain in the land the LORD your God is giving you.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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