Numbers 35:31

Good News Translation

Murderers must be put to death. They cannot escape this penalty by the payment of money.

Cross References

2 Samuel 12:13

“I have sinned against the Lord,” David said. Nathan replied, “The Lord forgives you; you will not die.

2 Samuel 21:4

They answered, “Our quarrel with Saul and his family can't be settled with silver or gold, nor do we want to kill any Israelite.” “What, then, do you think I should do for you?” David asked.

Psalm 51:14

Spare my life, O God, and save me, and I will gladly proclaim your righteousness.

Exodus 21:14

But when someone gets angry and deliberately kills someone else, he is to be put to death, even if he has run to my altar for safety.

Ezekiel 16:38

I will condemn you for adultery and murder, and in my anger and fury I will punish you with death.

Leviticus 24:17

“Any who commit murder shall be put to death,

Numbers 35:30

“Those accused of murder may be found guilty and put to death only on the evidence of two or more witnesses; the evidence of one witness is not sufficient to support an accusation of murder.

Numbers 35:32

If they have fled to a city of refuge, do not allow them to make a payment in order to return home before the death of the High Priest.

Deuteronomy 27:24

“‘God's curse on anyone who secretly commits murder.’ “And all the people will answer, ‘Amen!’