Exodus 22:4 asv — If the theft be found in his hand alive, whether it be ox, or ass, or sheep, he shall pay double.

American Standard Version

"If the theft be found in his hand alive, whether it be ox, or ass, or sheep, he shall pay double. "

— Exodus 22:4, American Standard Version

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Exodus 22 — Context

1

If a man shall steal an ox, or a sheep, and kill it, or sell it; he shall pay five oxen for an ox, and four sheep for a sheep.

2

If the thief be found breaking in, and be smitten so that he dieth, there shall be no bloodguiltiness for him.

3

If the sun be risen upon him, there shall be bloodguiltiness for him; he shall make restitution: if he have nothing, then he shall be sold for his theft.

4

If the theft be found in his hand alive, whether it be ox, or ass, or sheep, he shall pay double.

5

If a man shall cause a field or vineyard to be eaten, and shall let his beast loose, and it feed in another man’s field; of the best of his own field, and of the best of his own vineyard, shall he make restitution.

6

If fire break out, and catch in thorns, so that the shocks of grain, or the standing grain, or the field are consumed; he that kindled the fire shall surely make restitution.

7

If a man shall deliver unto his neighbor money or stuff to keep, and it be stolen out of the man’s house; if the thief be found, he shall pay double.

Exodus 22:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 22:4 say?
Exodus 22:4 in the American Standard Version reads: “If the theft be found in his hand alive, whether it be ox, or ass, or sheep, he shall pay double. ”
Where is Exodus 22:4 in the Bible?
Exodus 22:4 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 22, verse 4.
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 22:4.
What translation should I read Exodus 22:4 in?
Exodus 22:4 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 22:4?
Exodus 22:4 reads (ASV): “If the theft be found in his hand alive, whether it be ox, or ass, or sheep, he shall pay double. ” 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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