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Exodus 21:35

Exodus 21:36 net — Or if it is known that the ox had the habit of goring, and its owner did not take the necessary precautions, he must su…

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"Or if it is known that the ox had the habit of goring, and its owner did not take the necessary precautions, he must surely pay ox for ox, and the dead animal will become his."

— Exodus 21:36, NET Bible

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Exodus 21 — Context

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“If a man opens a pit or if a man digs a pit and does not cover it, and an ox or a donkey falls into it,

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the owner of the pit must repay the loss. He must give money to its owner, and the dead animal will become his.

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If the ox of one man injures the ox of his neighbor so that it dies, then they will sell the live ox and divide its proceeds, and they will also divide the dead ox.

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Or if it is known that the ox had the habit of goring, and its owner did not take the necessary precautions, he must surely pay ox for ox, and the dead animal will become his.

Exodus 21:36 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 21:36 say?
Exodus 21:36 in the NET Bible reads: “Or if it is known that the ox had the habit of goring, and its owner did not take the necessary precautions, he must surely pay ox for ox, and the dead animal will become his.”
Where is Exodus 21:36 in the Bible?
Exodus 21:36 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 21, verse 36.
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 21:36.
What translation should I read Exodus 21:36 in?
Exodus 21:36 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 21:36?
Exodus 21:36 reads (NET): “Or if it is known that the ox had the habit of goring, and its owner did not take the necessary precautions, he must surely pay ox for ox, and the dead animal will become his.” 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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