Exodus 21:13 net — But if he does not do it with premeditation, but it happens by accident, then I will appoint for you a place where he m…

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"But if he does not do it with premeditation, but it happens by accident, then I will appoint for you a place where he may flee."

— Exodus 21:13, NET Bible

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Exodus 21 — Context

10

If he takes another wife, he must not diminish the first one’s food, her clothing, or her marital rights.

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If he does not provide her with these three things, then she will go out free, without paying money.

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Personal Injuries“Whoever strikes someone so that he dies must surely be put to death.

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But if he does not do it with premeditation, but it happens by accident, then I will appoint for you a place where he may flee.

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But if a man willfully attacks his neighbor to kill him cunningly, you will take him even from my altar that he may die.

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“Whoever strikes his father or his mother must surely be put to death.

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“Whoever kidnaps someone and sells him, or is caught still holding him, must surely be put to death.

Exodus 21:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 21:13 say?
Exodus 21:13 in the NET Bible reads: “But if he does not do it with premeditation, but it happens by accident, then I will appoint for you a place where he may flee.”
Where is Exodus 21:13 in the Bible?
Exodus 21:13 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 21, verse 13.
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 21:13.
What translation should I read Exodus 21:13 in?
Exodus 21:13 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 21:13?
Exodus 21:13 reads (NET): “But if he does not do it with premeditation, but it happens by accident, then I will appoint for you a place where he may flee.” 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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