Deuteronomy 25:12 akjv — Then you shall cut off her hand, your eye shall not pity her. ¶

American King James Version

"Then you shall cut off her hand, your eye shall not pity her. ¶ "

— Deuteronomy 25:12, American King James Version

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Deuteronomy 25 — Context

9

Then shall his brother’s wife come to him in the presence of the elders, and loose his shoe from off his foot, and spit in his face, and shall answer and say, So shall it be done to that man that will not build up his brother’s house.

10

And his name shall be called in Israel, The house of him that has his shoe loosed. ¶

11

When men strive together one with another, and the wife of the one draws near for to deliver her husband out of the hand of him that smites him, and puts forth her hand, and takes him by the secrets:

12

Then you shall cut off her hand, your eye shall not pity her. ¶

13

You shall not have in your bag divers weights, a great and a small.

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You shall not have in your house divers measures, a great and a small.

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But you shall have a perfect and just weight, a perfect and just measure shall you have: that your days may be lengthened in the land which the LORD your God gives you.

Deuteronomy 25:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 25:12 say?
Deuteronomy 25:12 in the American King James Version reads: “Then you shall cut off her hand, your eye shall not pity her. ¶ ”
Where is Deuteronomy 25:12 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 25:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 25, verse 12.
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 25:12.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 25:12 in?
Deuteronomy 25:12 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 25:12?
Deuteronomy 25:12 reads (AKJV): “Then you shall cut off her hand, your eye shall not pity her. ¶ ” 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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