Exodus 21:12

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Death is the punishment for murder.

Cross References

Genesis 9:5

I created humans to be like me, and I will punish any animal or person that takes a human life. If an animal kills someone, that animal must die. And if a person takes the life of another, that person must be put to death.

2 Samuel 12:13

David said, “I have disobeyed the LORD.” “Yes, you have!” Nathan answered. “You showed you didn't care what the LORD wanted. He has forgiven you, and you won't die. But your newborn son will.”

Exodus 20:13

Do not murder.

Exodus 21:11

If he fails to do any of these things, she must be given her freedom without cost.

Leviticus 24:17

Death is also the penalty for murder,

Matthew 26:52

But Jesus told him, “Put your sword away. Anyone who lives by fighting will die by fighting.