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Originally Posted by jambutty
Following your religious lead, doesn’t the bible state an eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth?
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The Old Testament does, in Exodus and Deuteronomy. Here's what Jesus said in the New Testament,"You have heard that it was said, "An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth". But I say to you, do not resist an evildoer. If anyone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also. (
Matthew 5:38-39,
NRSV)
So, which part of the Bible should one follow? Personally, I do not see that any useful purpose is served by the death penalty.
Ultimately, it's up to the Iraqi courts.