KJV ORIGINAL
A man that doeth violence to the blood of any person shall flee to the pit; let no man stay him.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
A person who commits murder will run toward their own destruction; no one should try to stop them from facing the consequences.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is saying that those who commit murder will inevitably face severe consequences, and others shouldn't interfere with that judgment.
📚 Historical Context
This proverb reflects ancient Israel's understanding of divine justice and the serious nature of taking human life. In Hebrew culture, shedding innocent blood was considered one of the most serious crimes that would bring God's judgment. The concept of fleeing 'to the pit' suggests running toward death or destruction as an inevitable consequence.
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