Then they shall confess their sin which they have done: and he shall recompense his trespass with the principal thereof, and add unto it the fifth part thereof, and give it unto him against whom he hath trespassed.
Then they must confess the sin they have committed, and they must pay back what they owe in full, plus add one-fifth more to it, and give it all to the person they wronged.
This verse teaches that true repentance requires both confessing your wrongdoing and making things right by paying back what you owe, plus extra.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Numbers, which describes the Israelites' journey through the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt, God was giving Moses a series of laws to maintain holiness and order within the community. This verse specifically addresses how individuals should handle sins that involve harm to others, requiring public confession and financial restitution as a form of justice. It reflects the broader cultural emphasis in ancient Israel on personal accountability and restoring relationships to preserve community purity.
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