Exodus 22:14 web — "If a man borrows anything of his neighbor's, and it is injured, or dies, its owner not being with it, he shall surely…

World English Bible

""If a man borrows anything of his neighbor's, and it is injured, or dies, its owner not being with it, he shall surely make restitution."

— Exodus 22:14, World English Bible

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Exodus 22 — Context

11

the oath of Yahweh shall be between them both, whether he hasn't put his hand to his neighbor's goods; and its owner shall accept it, and he shall not make restitution.

12

But if it is stolen from him, he shall make restitution to its owner.

13

If it is torn in pieces, let him bring it for evidence. He shall not make good that which was torn.

14

"If a man borrows anything of his neighbor's, and it is injured, or dies, its owner not being with it, he shall surely make restitution.

15

If its owner is with it, he shall not make it good. If it is a leased thing, it came for its lease.

16

"If a man entices a virgin who isn't pledged to be married, and lies with her, he shall surely pay a dowry for her to be his wife.

17

If her father utterly refuses to give her to him, he shall pay money according to the dowry of virgins.

Exodus 22:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 22:14 say?
Exodus 22:14 in the World English Bible reads: “"If a man borrows anything of his neighbor's, and it is injured, or dies, its owner not being with it, he shall surely make restitution.”
Where is Exodus 22:14 in the Bible?
Exodus 22:14 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 22, verse 14.
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 22:14.
What translation should I read Exodus 22:14 in?
Exodus 22:14 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 22:14?
Exodus 22:14 reads (WEB): “"If a man borrows anything of his neighbor's, and it is injured, or dies, its owner not being with it, he shall surely make restitution.” 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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