KJV ORIGINAL
Whether he have gored a son, or have gored a daughter, according to this judgment shall it be done unto him.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Whether the ox has gored a son or a daughter, the same penalty must be applied to the owner.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse establishes that the same legal consequences apply regardless of whether a male or female child is harmed by someone's negligent ox.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the ancient legal code given to Moses, specifically addressing what happens when an ox that's known to be dangerous injures or kills someone. In the preceding verses, God established that if an ox gores someone to death, both the ox and its negligent owner should be put to death. These laws were revolutionary for their time, providing clear justice and protection for all members of society.
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