Deuteronomy 19:21
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Deuteronomy 19:21 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Deuteronomy 19:21 is a verse from the book of Deuteronomy in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "And thine eye shall not pity; but life shall go for life, eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Deuteronomy 19:21 — KJV
“And thine eye shall not pity; but life shall go for life, eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot.”
— Deuteronomy 19:21 (KJV)
Deuteronomy 19:21 in Context — About the Book of Deuteronomy
Deuteronomy is Moses' farewell sermon on the edge of the Promised Land — a passionate retelling of the law for a new generation. Its heartbeat is love: love God with all your heart, soul, and strength. Jesus quoted Deuteronomy more than almost any other book.
Cross-References for Deuteronomy 19:21
“Eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot,”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 19:21: eye, tooth, hand
“And the woman came unto Saul, and saw that he was sore troubled, and said unto him, Behold, thine handmaid hath obeyed thy voice, and I have put my life in my hand, and have hearkened unto thy words which thou spakest unto me.”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 19:21: thine, eye, life
“Then thou shalt cut off her hand, thine eye shall not pity her.”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 19:21: thine, eye, pity
“But Abram said unto Sarai, Behold, thy maid is in thy hand; do to her as it pleaseth thee. And when Sarai dealt hardly with her, she fled from her face. as...: Heb. that which is good in thine eyes dealt...: Heb. afflicted her”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 19:21: thine, eye, hand
“I will go down with thee into Egypt; and I will also surely bring thee up again: and Joseph shall put his hand upon thine eyes.”
Shares key themes with Deuteronomy 19:21: thine, eye, hand
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