Exodus 23:4 cpdv — If you come across an ox or a donkey of your enemy, which has gone astray, lead it back to him.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"If you come across an ox or a donkey of your enemy, which has gone astray, lead it back to him. "

— Exodus 23:4, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Exodus 23 — Context

1

“You shall not accept a lying voice. Neither shall you join your hand so as to give false testimony on behalf of the impious.

2

You shall not follow the crowd in doing evil. Neither shall you go astray in judgment, by agreeing with the majority opinion, apart from the truth.

3

Likewise, you shall not show pity in judgment of the poor.

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If you come across an ox or a donkey of your enemy, which has gone astray, lead it back to him.

5

If you see the donkey of one who hates you, fallen under its burden, you shall not pass by without lifting it up with him.

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You shall not deviate in judgment of the poor.

7

You shall flee from lies. The innocent and the just you shall not kill. For I shun the impious.

Exodus 23:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 23:4 say?
Exodus 23:4 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “If you come across an ox or a donkey of your enemy, which has gone astray, lead it back to him. ”
Where is Exodus 23:4 in the Bible?
Exodus 23:4 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 23, 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 23:4.
What translation should I read Exodus 23:4 in?
Exodus 23:4 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 23:4?
Exodus 23:4 reads (CPDV): “If you come across an ox or a donkey of your enemy, which has gone astray, lead it back to him. ” 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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