Exodus 22:13

If it be torn in pieces, then let him bring it for witness, and he shall not make good that which was torn.

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Other Translations for Exodus 22:13

BSB

If the animal was torn to pieces, he shall bring it as evidence; he need not make restitution for the torn carcass.

AKJV

If it be torn in pieces, then let him bring it for witness, and he shall not make good that which was torn.

CPDV

If it has been eaten by a wild beast, let him carry what was killed to him, and then he shall not make restitution.

ERV

If it be torn in pieces, let him bring it for witness; he shall not make good that which was torn.

NHEB

If it is torn in pieces, let him bring it for evidence. He shall not make good that which was torn.

SMT

If tearing in pieces, it shall be torn in pieces, he shall bring it a witness; the torn in pieces he shall not recompense.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Exodus 22:13

IfitbetorninpiecesH2963VerbthenlethimbringH935VerbitforwitnessH5707Noun MasculineandheshallnotmakegoodH7999VerbthatwhichwastornH2966Noun Feminine

Commentary for Exodus 22:13

Please note: this is not Scripture

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Exodus 22:13

Summary

Wild attack exempts keeper from liability

Event

Wild animal tears kept animal

Estimated Time Period

c. 1400 BC