ESV Reformation Study Bible – Ex 22:3
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Ex 22:3

22:3 if the sun has risen. The killing of an unknown nighttime burglar did not incur bloodguilt, since confronting the burglar could endanger the homeowner’s life. The daytime thief was readily identifiable and killing was not justified.