Exodus 22:4 nasb — "If what he stole is actually found alive in his possession, whether an ox or a donkey or a sheep, he shall pay double.

NASB

""If what he stole is actually found alive in his possession, whether an ox or a donkey or a sheep, he shall pay double."

— Exodus 22:4, NASB

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Exodus 22 — Context

1

"If a man steals an ox or a sheep and slaughters it or sells it, he shall pay five oxen for the ox and four sheep for the sheep.

2

"If the thief is caught while breaking in and is struck so that he dies, there will be no bloodguiltiness on his account.

3

"But if the sun has risen on him, there will be bloodguiltiness on his account. He shall surely make restitution; if he owns nothing, then he shall be sold for his theft.

4

"If what he stole is actually found alive in his possession, whether an ox or a donkey or a sheep, he shall pay double.

5

"If a man lets a field or vineyard be grazed bare and lets his animal loose so that it grazes in another man's field, he shall make restitution from the best of his own field and the best of his own vineyard.

6

"If a fire breaks out and spreads to thorn bushes, so that stacked grain or the standing grain or the field itself is consumed, he who started the fire shall surely make restitution.

7

"If a man gives his neighbor money or goods to keep for him and it is stolen from the man's house, if the thief is caught, 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 NASB reads: “"If what he stole is actually found alive in his possession, whether an ox or a donkey or a 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 (NASB): “"If what he stole is actually found alive in his possession, whether an ox or a donkey or a 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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