Genesis 9:6
"I will surely require accounting for your life’s blood. At the hand of every animal I will require it. At the hand of man, even at the hand of every man’s brother, I will require the life of man."
Key Reflection
This verse underscores God's sacredness of human life and His intention to hold individuals accountable for taking it, whether by an animal or another person. It establishes a profound covenant where every human life is precious, reflecting both divine protection and the weight of responsibility for each individual's actions.
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