Exodus 21:29
“But if the ox was previously known to be a gorer, and its owner has not kept it in, but it has killed a man or a woman, the ox shall be stoned, and its owner shall also be put to death.”
This passage is part of a larger section of laws, known as the Covenant Code (Exodus 20:22-23:33), given to Moses on Mount Sinai for the newly freed Israelites. These laws govern various aspects of their community life, including justice, property, and personal injury, aiming to establish a just and orderly society.
What steps can a community take to ensure that potential dangers are recognized and addressed before harm occurs?