Exodus 21:12 cpdv — Whoever strikes a man, intending to murder, shall be put to death.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Whoever strikes a man, intending to murder, shall be put to death."

— Exodus 21:12, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Exodus 21 — Context

9

But if he has betrothed her to his son, he shall treat her according to the custom with daughters.

10

And if he takes another for him, he shall provide to the maiden a marriage, and clothing, and he shall not refuse the price of her chastity.

11

If he does not do these three things, she shall depart freely, without money.

12

Whoever strikes a man, intending to murder, shall be put to death.

13

But if he did not lie in wait for him, but God delivered him into his hands, then I will appoint for you a place to which he must flee.

14

If someone murders his neighbor with deliberation, by lying in wait, you shall tear him away from my altar, so that he may die.

15

Whoever strikes his father or mother shall die a death.

Exodus 21:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Exodus 21:12 say?
Exodus 21:12 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Whoever strikes a man, intending to murder, shall be put to death.”
Where is Exodus 21:12 in the Bible?
Exodus 21:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 21, verse 12.
Who wrote Exodus?
Exodus is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Exodus about?
Exodus tells of Israel's deliverance from slavery in Egypt and the giving of the Law at Mount Sinai. Through the plagues, the Passover, the crossing of the Red Sea, and the covenant at Sinai, God reveals himself as Redeemer and comes to dwell among his people in the tabernacle.
What are the major themes of Exodus?
Exodus explores themes including Deliverance, Covenant, Law, God's Presence, Worship, Redemption. These themes shape the meaning and context of Exodus 21:12.
What translation should I read Exodus 21:12 in?
Exodus 21:12 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 Exodus 21:12?
Exodus 21:12 reads (CPDV): “Whoever strikes a man, intending to murder, shall be put to death.” 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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