Translations
Modern
He will not be appeased by any ransom, or persuaded by lavish gifts.
Traditional
He will not regard any ransom; neither will he rest content, though thou givest many gifts.
Literal
He will not lift the face of any ransom, and he will not consent, though you may multiply the bribe.
Latin
…nec acquiescet cujusquam precibus, nec suscipiet pro redemptione dona plurima.
Original
Hebrew
English
He will not be appeased by any ransom, or persuaded by lavish gifts.
Notes
A thief might face severe punishment, even if he had a reason for his actions. However, his punishment is less severe than that of an adulterer, who has no excuse for his crime. A jealous husband will demand the maximum punishment allowed by law, which is death (Deuteronomy 22:22).
This passage highlights the serious danger of having a relationship with another man's wife (see also Proverbs 1:8, 23; 2:16–22; 5:1–23; 7:1–27).
Theme notes and profiles
Glossary
Topics
Ransom of a Man's Life Women: Subtle and Deceitful Women: Wicked: Full of Deceit and Licentiousness Young Men: General Scriptures Concerning