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Exodus 22:9

Two people may argue over who owns something. It may be an ox, a donkey, a sheep, a piece of clothing, or anything lost. Someone says, 'This is mine.' Then both people must bring their case before the judges. The one the judges find guilty must pay back twice as much to his neighbor.

Exodus 22:9, Readable English Bible (READ)

Note: Or: before God.

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