Exodus 21:25 nasb — burn for burn, wound for wound, bruise for bruise.

NASB

"burn for burn, wound for wound, bruise for bruise."

— Exodus 21:25, NASB

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Exodus 21 — Context

22

"If men struggle with each other and strike a woman with child so that she gives birth prematurely, yet there is no injury, he shall surely be fined as the woman's husband may demand of him, and he shall pay as the judges decide.

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"But if there is any further injury, then you shall appoint as a penalty life for life,

24

eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot,

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burn for burn, wound for wound, bruise for bruise.

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"If a man strikes the eye of his male or female slave, and destroys it, he shall let him go free on account of his eye.

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"And if he knocks out a tooth of his male or female slave, he shall let him go free on account of his tooth.

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"If an ox gores a man or a woman to death, the ox shall surely be stoned and its flesh shall not be eaten; but the owner of the ox shall go unpunished.

Exodus 21:25 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Exodus 21:25 say?
Exodus 21:25 in the NASB reads: “burn for burn, wound for wound, bruise for bruise.”
Where is Exodus 21:25 in the Bible?
Exodus 21:25 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 21, verse 25.
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 21:25.
What translation should I read Exodus 21:25 in?
Exodus 21:25 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 21:25?
Exodus 21:25 reads (NASB): “burn for burn, wound for wound, bruise for bruise.” 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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