Exodus 22:19
Exodus 22:19
“Whosoever lieth with a beast shall surely be put to death.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Sexual relations with an animal are punishable by death.
Context
Bestiality is a capital offense prohibited absolutely.
What Does Exodus 22:19 Mean?
This law forbids sexual acts with animals, treating such conduct as deserving death. The prohibition is universal and applies to all who commit the act.
The severity reflects that such conduct violates the order of creation and the boundaries God established. The law maintains the distinction between human and animal relationships.