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Barnes' Notes on Deuteronomy 22:11

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Compare the marginal reference. The prohibition of Deuteronomy 22:10 was also dictated by humanity. The ox and the donkey being of such different size and strength, it would be cruel to the latter to yoke them together. These two animals are named as being those ordinarily employed in agriculture; compare Isaiah 32:20. return to 'Top of Page'
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