Deuteronomy 21:6
“And all the elders of that city, that are next unto the slain man, shall wash their hands over the heifer that is beheaded in the valley:”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And all the elders of that city that are next unto the slain man,.... The whole court of judicature belonging to it, all…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Deuteronomy 21:1-9
Care had been taken by some preceding laws for the vigorous and effectual persecution of a wilful murderer (Deu 19:11…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
wash their hands thus disowning their own and their community's guilt. Psa 26:6; Psa 73:13; Mat 27:24.
over the heifer…
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