Leviticus 24:18 net — One who beats an animal to death must make restitution for it, life for life.

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"One who beats an animal to death must make restitution for it, life for life."

— Leviticus 24:18, NET Bible

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Leviticus 24 — Context

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Moreover, you are to tell the Israelites,‘If any man curses his God he will bear responsibility for his sin,

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and one who misuses the name of the LORD must surely be put to death. The whole congregation must surely stone him, whether he is a resident foreigner or a native citizen; when he misuses the Name he must be put to death.

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“‘If a man beats any person to death, he must be put to death.

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One who beats an animal to death must make restitution for it, life for life.

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If a man inflicts an injury on his fellow citizen, just as he has done it must be done to him–

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fracture for fracture, eye for eye, tooth for tooth– just as he inflicts an injury on another person that same injury must be inflicted on him.

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One who beats an animal to death must make restitution for it, but one who beats a person to death must be put to death.

Leviticus 24:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 24:18 say?
Leviticus 24:18 in the NET Bible reads: “One who beats an animal to death must make restitution for it, life for life.”
Where is Leviticus 24:18 in the Bible?
Leviticus 24:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 24, verse 18.
Who wrote Leviticus?
Leviticus is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Leviticus about?
Leviticus is Israel's handbook for holy living in the presence of a holy God. It details the sacrificial system, priestly duties, dietary and purity laws, and the festivals — all teaching that sin requires atonement and that God's people are called to be set apart.
What are the major themes of Leviticus?
Leviticus explores themes including Holiness, Sacrifice, Atonement, Priesthood, Purity. These themes shape the meaning and context of Leviticus 24:18.
What translation should I read Leviticus 24:18 in?
Leviticus 24:18 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 Leviticus 24:18?
Leviticus 24:18 reads (NET): “One who beats an animal to death must make restitution for it, life for life.” 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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