Numbers 35:17
Numbers 35:17 Meaning and Explanation
“And if he smite him with throwing a stone, wherewith he may die, and he die, he is a murderer: the murderer shall surely be put to death.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Killing with a stone thrown with lethal intent is murder warranting death.
The Context of Numbers 35:17
Throwing a lethal stone constitutes murder.
What Does Numbers 35:17 Mean?
A stone 'wherewith he may die' suggests a heavy or dangerous stone thrown with force. The capacity to cause death indicates premeditated malice. If death occurs, the thrower is guilty of murder.
The law again presumes intent based on the weapon and act. A stone thrown at someone's head reflects hostile intent, not accident.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 35:17
What does Numbers 35:17 mean?
Killing with a stone thrown with lethal intent is murder warranting death.
What is the context of Numbers 35:17?
Throwing a lethal stone constitutes murder.