Tree Of Life Version

Exodus 22:13-24 Tree Of Life Version (TLV)

13. “If a man borrows anything belonging to his neighbor, and it is harmed or dies in the absence of the owner, he must make full restitution.

14. But if the owner is present, he is not required to pay restitution. If it was rented, it is covered by the rental fee.

15. “If a man seduces a virgin who is not engaged, and lies with her, he must pay a dowry for her to be his wife.

16. But if her father utterly refuses to give her to him, he must weigh out silver equal to the dowry for virgins.

17. “You must not permit a sorceress to live.

18. “Anyone who lies with an animal must surely be put to death.

19. “Anyone who sacrifices to the gods, except to Adonai alone, is to be put under a ban of destruction.

20. “You must not exploit or oppress an outsider, for you were outsiders in the land of Egypt.

21. “You must not mistreat any widow or orphan.

22. If you mistreat them in any way, and they cry out to Me, I will surely hear their cry.

23. My wrath will burn hot, and I will kill you with the sword. So your wives will become widows and your children will become orphans.

24. “If you lend money to any of My people, to the poor among you, you are not to act like a debt collector with him, and you are not to charge him interest.