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Justice in the Light of Day
Commentators explain that killing a thief in daylight incurred bloodguilt, unlike at night. The reason is that during the day, the homeowner could likely identify the intruder, call for help, and apprehend them without resorting to lethal force. This law establishes a principle of proportional response, valuing human life even when a crime is being committed.
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Exodus
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Albert Barnes
On Exodus 22:2–4
18th Century
Theologian
If a thief, breaking into a dwelling at night, was killed, the person who killed him did not incur bloodguilt; but if the same occurred in daylight…
Charles Ellicott
On Exodus 22:1–4
19th Century
Bishop
Theft is addressed here with great brevity, with only three kinds being distinguished:
- Housebreaking.
- Stealing without conver…
John Calvin
On Exodus 22:3
16th Century
Theologian
He should make full restitution. These words, as I have said, are connected with the first verse, since here the execution of the punishme…
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John Gill
On Exodus 22:3
17th Century
Pastor
If the sun be risen upon him
Either upon the thief, or upon the master of the house, or the person that finds the thi…
Matthew Henry
On Exodus 22:1–31
17th Century
Minister
The people of God should ever be ready to show mildness and mercy, according to the spirit of these laws. We must answer to God, not only for what …