Deuteronomy 22:7

But thou shalt in any wise let the dam go, and take the young to thee; that it may be well with thee, and that thou mayest prolong thy days.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Deuteronomy 22:7

BSB
You may take the young, but be sure to let the mother go, so that it may be well with you and that you may prolong your days.
AKJV
But you shall in any wise let the dam go, and take the young to you; that it may be well with you, and that you may prolong your days.
CPDV
Instead, you shall permit her to go, retaining the young that you have caught, so that it may be well with you, and you may live for a long time.
ERV
thou shalt in any wise let the dam go, but the young thou mayest take unto thyself; that it may be well with thee, and that thou mayest prolong thy days.
NHEB
you shall surely let the hen go, but the young you may take to yourself; that it may be well with you, and that you may prolong your days.
SMT
Sending, thou shalt send away the mother, and the sons thou shalt take to thee, so that it shall be well to thee and thou prolongedst the days.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Deuteronomy 22:7

Commentary for Deuteronomy 22:7

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Overview of Deuteronomy 22:7
Summary
Release mother bird, keep young ones
Event
Merciful bird release
Estimated Time Period
c. 1200 BC
Category
Law