Numbers 35:30 Meaning and Explanation
“Whoso killeth any person, the murderer shall be put to death by the mouth of witnesses: but one witness shall not testify against any person to cause him to die.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Murder convictions require multiple witnesses; one witness is insufficient for a death sentence.
The Context of Numbers 35:30
Multiple witnesses are required to convict and execute a murderer.
What Does Numbers 35:30 Mean?
Two or more witnesses are necessary to establish guilt in a capital case. A single witness, no matter how credible, cannot secure a death sentence. This protects the innocent from conviction based on one person's testimony.
The rule reflects the gravity of capital punishment. No one should die on insufficient evidence. Multiple perspectives reduce error and prevent false accusation.
Numbers 35:30 in the Original Language
mouth of witnesses (פִּי עֵדִים, pi edim) — the testimony of witnesses, where truth comes from multiple voices speaking together.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 35:30
What does Numbers 35:30 mean?
Murder convictions require multiple witnesses; one witness is insufficient for a death sentence.
What is the context of Numbers 35:30?
Multiple witnesses are required to convict and execute a murderer.