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The Principle of Generous Restitution
Commentators explain that the law required more than just equal replacement. By demanding restitution from "the best" of the offender's field, God established a principle of generous restoration. This not only fully compensated the victim but also served as a strong deterrent, teaching people to be more careful with their property and its potential to harm others.
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Exodus
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Albert Barnes
On Exodus 22:5
18th Century
Theologian
Shall put in his beast, and shall feed - Rather, he shall let his beast go loose, and it shall feed.
Charles Ellicott
On Exodus 22:5
19th Century
Bishop
If a man shall cause a field ... to be eaten. — Following theft, trespass is discussed as another injury to property. Onl…
John Calvin
On Exodus 22:5
16th Century
Theologian
If a man shall cause a field or vineyard to be eaten. This kind of fraud is justly ranked among thefts; namely, if any man has put in his …
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John Gill
On Exodus 22:5
17th Century
Pastor
If a man causes a field or vineyard to be eaten
Which is not his own, by putting cattle into it to feed upon it, as …
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 …