Death penalty

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The lawful taking of human life by the civil or military authorities. The death penalty was inflicted by all nations in the ancient world. In Israel, the main method was stoning, amongst other nations, other forms such as hanging, beheading and crucifixion were used.

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The ultimate authority for the death penalty lies with God alone Examples of God taking human life Ex 12:29 See also Nu 16:35; 1 Sa 6:19; 1 Sa 25:38; 2 Sa 6:7; Ac 12:23 God may delegate his authority to human beings Ge 9:6; Jos 7:15; Jos 7:25; 1 Sa 15:3; 1 Sa 15:32–33 The role of the civil authority…
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