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The Principle of Restitution
Commentators explain that this law establishes the principle of full and fair restitution. The person whose negligence caused the loss must "make it good" by paying the full monetary value of the animal. This act of giving money to the owner restores the financial loss and demonstrates God's concern for justice in the community.
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Exodus
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Albert Barnes
On Exodus 21:33–34
18th Century
Theologian
The usual mode of protecting a well in the East was probably then, as now, by building around it a low circular wall.
Charles Ellicott
On Exodus 21:33–36
19th Century
Bishop
LAWS CONCERNING THE RIGHTS OF PROPERTY.
The legislation transitions from rights of persons to rights of property easily and…
John Gill
On Exodus 21:34
17th Century
Pastor
The owner of the pit shall make it good Repair the loss of the ox or ass:
and give the money unto the o…
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Matthew Henry
On Exodus 21:22–36
17th Century
Minister
The cases mentioned here give rules of justice that were applicable then and are still in use for deciding similar matters. These laws teach us tha…