Exodus 21:13

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그러나 그가 몰래 숨어 있다가 달려들어 죽인 것이 아니라 하나님이 죽은 사람을 그의 손에 넘겨주어 그리 된 것일 수 있다. 그러면 그 사람은 내가 너에게 정해 주는 곳으로 도망쳐야 한다.

이 구절의 의미

This verse from Exodus says that if someone accidentally kills another person without planning to do so, God allows them to go to a safe place. Moses is speaking here, and the main message is about providing safety for those who commit accidental manslaughter.

어린이를 위한 설명

Imagine you're playing soccer and accidentally kick the ball too hard, breaking a window. You didn't mean to do it, but it happened. God says that if something like that happens and someone gets hurt, you can go to a special safe place.

역사적 배경

The book of Exodus was written by Moses around 1446 BC. This verse is part of the laws given to the Israelites. The cultural setting was one where accidental deaths were taken seriously, but there was also a need to protect those who did not intend to kill.

오늘의 적용

In modern times, this can be likened to the 'castle doctrine' or 'stand your ground' laws where someone who accidentally harms another in self-defense can be protected from harsher penalties if it's proven they did not intend to cause fatal harm.

주제

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자주 묻는 질문

What does it mean to lie in wait?

Lying in wait means planning and preparing to harm someone. The verse contrasts this with an accidental killing where no such planning was involved.

Why does God provide a place to flee?

God provides this safe place to protect someone from the consequences of an accidental act, showing mercy and providing a path to justice.

How does this apply to modern laws?

Modern laws that offer protection to those who accidentally cause harm reflect the principle of distinguishing between intentional and accidental harm.

What does this verse teach about justice?

This verse teaches that justice should consider the intent behind actions and provide fair treatment based on circumstances, not just the outcome.

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