If a man shall deliver unto his neighbour money or stuff to keep, and it be stolen out of the man’s house; if the thief be found, let him pay double.
If someone gives their neighbor money or belongings to keep safe, and those things are stolen from the neighbor's house, then if the thief is caught, he must pay back double what he stole.
This verse establishes that when someone steals property that was entrusted to another person's care, the thief must pay back twice the value of what they took.
📚 Historical Context
This law was given to the Israelites as part of God's civil and moral code after their exodus from Egypt. In ancient times, people often left valuable items with trusted neighbors for safekeeping since there were no banks or secure storage facilities. These laws helped establish trust and fairness in a newly formed society that needed clear guidelines for property rights and restitution.
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