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and they shall answer and say, Our hands have not shed this blood, neither have our eyes seen it.
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A Declaration of Total Innocence
The elders' oath, "Our hands have not shed this blood, neither have our eyes seen it," was a comprehensive declaration of innocence. Commentators explain this meant they were not only innocent of the act itself but also of any complicity, such as aiding, abetting, or even having knowledge of the murderer. It was a solemn public statement of complete non-involvement.
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Deuteronomy
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19th Century
Anglican
Deuteronomy 21:1–9. UNDETECTED HOMICIDES.
If one is found slain — It is remarkable th…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And they shall answer and say The elders of the city, at the time of the washing of their hands:
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Presbyterian
If a murderer could not be discovered, a solemn ceremony is prescribed for removing the guilt from the land, as an expression of dread and detestat…
