Exodus 21:23
"“If men fight and hurt a pregnant woman so that she gives birth prematurely, and yet no harm follows, he shall be surely fined as much as the woman’s husband demands and the judges allow."
Key Reflection
This passage emphasizes the value of life and the importance of financial compensation in cases where a pregnant woman is injured but her unborn child survives without harm. It reflects a legal framework that acknowledges the mother's well-being while also providing a means for restitution, balancing justice with practical considerations.
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