Exodus 21:15
"If a man schemes and comes presumptuously on his neighbor to kill him, you shall take him from my altar, that he may die."
Key Reflection
This verse underscores the severity with which God views premeditated murder, indicating that such actions are so grave that even near sanctuaries like altars cannot offer protection. It highlights God's demand for justice and the unwavering nature of his law against intentional homicide.
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