Exodus 22:24

And my wrath shall wax hot, and I will kill you with the sword; and your wives shall be widows, and your children fatherless.

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Other Translations for Exodus 22:24

BSB
My anger will be kindled, and I will kill you with the sword; then your wives will become widows and your children will be fatherless.
AKJV
And my wrath shall wax hot, and I will kill you with the sword; and your wives shall be widows, and your children fatherless.
CPDV
And my fury will be enraged, and I will strike you down with the sword. And your wives will become widows, and your sons will become orphans.
ERV
and my wrath shall wax hot, and I will kill you with the sword; and your wives shall be widows, and your children fatherless.
NHEB
and my wrath will grow hot, and I will kill you with the sword; and your wives shall be widows, and your children fatherless.
SMT
And my anger kindling, I killed you with the sword; and your wives were widows, and your sons orphans.

Commentary for Exodus 22:24

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Exodus 22:24
Summary
Severe divine consequences for cruelty
Event
Divine judgment declared
Estimated Time Period
c. 1300 BC
Category
Judgment