If it be torn in pieces, then let him bring it for witness, and he shall not make good that which was torn.
If the animal was torn apart by wild beasts, then let the person bring the remains as proof, and they won't have to pay for what was destroyed.
This verse establishes that if someone was caring for another person's animal and it was killed by wild animals, they don't have to pay compensation as long as they can prove what happened.
📚 Historical Context
In ancient Israel, the Mosaic Law provided guidelines for handling disputes over borrowed or entrusted animals, as part of God's instructions to ensure fairness in daily life. If an animal under someone's care was killed by wild beasts, the guardian was required to present evidence of the attack to avoid liability. This rule helped maintain justice and honesty in a society where livestock was essential for survival and economic stability.
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